2024-07-29 16:46:41
Marrakech: The Majorelle Garden celebrates its 100th anniversary
Marrakech – The emblematic Majorelle Garden, located in the heart of Marrakech, celebrates its centenary in 2024 with a rich program of cultural events and festivities.
“The Jardin Majorelle and the Jardin Majorelle Foundation are delighted to celebrate this centenary, which will be punctuated by festivities and cultural events for the pleasure of Marrakchis as well as national and international visitors,” the Foundation said in a press release.
In 1924, French painter Jacques Majorelle acquired a plot of land on the edge of the Marrakech Palm Grove, where he built a villa and planted a garden. In 1947, Mr. Majorelle opened his garden to the public, the same source reports.
In 1980, the late Pierre Bergé and Yves Saint Laurent became owners of this legendary garden while keeping it accessible to the public, according to the same source.
Since its opening, Jardin Majorelle has been one of the most visited sites in Morocco. Every year, more than 900,000 visitors enjoy a unique experience in its memorable garden and its two emblematic museums: the Pierre Bergé Museum of Berber Arts and the Yves Saint Laurent Museum Marrakech
The Majorelle Garden aims to be an exotic oasis of charm and color that offers nature lovers the opportunity to discover this living open-air museum and its immense collection of plants from five continents.
2024-07-29 16:46:41