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Ever hopeful I kept checking my bag location and, despite multiple calls and escalation to urgent status, I see my little bag departing on the CDG-SIN flight. So best possible scenario (if they can get their act together) is that my bag gets on a return connecting flight and arrives in 2 days time! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So time to explore the Medina. Initially it was very overwhelming as I wasn\u2019t in the best frame of mind and it was chaotic walking around the narrow maze of lanes crowded with people, motorbikes, donkeys and street sellers.
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Bahia Palace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

After wandering through the alleys and souks full of frenetic activity, our visit to Le Jardin Secret was a very peaceful interlude. This is a beautifully restored palace and garden showcasing traditional Islamic architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Le Jardin Secret<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Abundant greenery and beautiful architecture <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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