To celebrate 20 years of ECJS, for Purim exceptionally both ECJS & JEP united to explore the Moroccan city of Marrakech. The event began with a visitto the historic Medina and famous Jamaa el Fna Square, before Purim was brought in with a  Megillah reading in usual ECJS fun style! Guests then got to dress up alongside locals in a Purim costume themed party.

On Friday, the group visited the picturesque Ourika Valley, with its traditional Berber village and explored the tomb of Rabbi Shlomo Bel Hensh, a significant religious site. Shabbat continued the fun Purim spirit with plenty of l’chaim’s, as well as Mrs. Devora Leah Hurwitz teaching us that Happiness is a serious problem. Finally on the Sunday, the event ended with the opportunity to discover the historic Mellah, the old Jewish quarter, and visit its beautiful synagogue alongside the grandeur of the Bahia Palace, with its exquisite architecture and lush courtyards.