"Patterns of Moroccan Architecture" by Destany Best

Please enjoy a poem referring to the patterns I have seen represented in the Moroccan architecture.

In the heart of Morocco, where tales unfold,

A land of patterns, mysteries untold.

Through narrow streets, a treasure trove,

Moroccan architecture, a feast for the behove.

As I wander through the ancient maze,

A symphony of patterns, my senses ablaze.

Tiles of zellige, a kaleidoscope of hues,

Intricate designs, a dance that ensues.

Each mosaic whispers a story untold,

In geometric wonders, their secrets unfold.

From the Alhambra's grace to Marrakech's embrace,

Patterns speak a language, an intricate trace.

Shapes interlock, like puzzle pieces keen,

In the latticework, a mesmerizing scene.

I marvel at the arcs, the arabesque delight,

In the courtyard's embrace, bathed in soft sunlight.

In doorways and arches, a rhythmic ballet,

Mellifluous geometry, leading me astray.

Star patterns above, in the cool night sky,

A celestial dance, where wonders multiply.

Excitement bubbles, a learner's heart aglow,

To understand the language that patterns bestow.

From ancient tales to contemporary delight,

In every corner, a lesson takes flight.

I yearn to decipher the secrets they share,

In the walls, the floors, the open air.

A journey of knowledge, a quest to discern,

The patterns of Morocco, my eager heart yearns.

Through medinas and souks, my steps align,

With each passing moment, understanding shines.

The thrill of recognition, a joyful refrain,

As patterns weave stories, a vivid terrain.

Oh, Moroccan tapestry, unfold before my eyes,

A canvas of wisdom, where beauty never lies.

In every curve, in every line,

A celebration of knowledge, an eternal design.

Destany Best is a student at Grinnell College and studying abroad on Amideast’s Regional Studies in French Program in Rabat, Morocco.