The blue-tinted walls turned Chefchaouen into one of Morocco’s most Instagrammable attractions, but no one’s 100% certain why they look this way. There are many theories surrounding their origin, some wilder than others.

According to one theory, the Jewish communities painted the streets of Chefchaouen blue after finding refuge in the city in the 1930s. This color symbolizes the sky and heaven, and it’s a reminder to lead a spiritual life.

Other theories are rooted in more practical reasons – the walls were painted blue because this color keeps mosquitos away and keeps houses cool during summer.

Soma locals even go so far to claim that Chefchaouen was painted blue as a way to attract tourists because this color is calming and visually striking.

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Cherry Blossom Avenue, Bonn, Germany

For 11 months every year, the Heerstraße is just a regular street in Bonn. However, once a year, it turns into a magical paradise. In mid-April, the cherry blossom forms a beautiful canopy over the street, transforming it into a pink fairytale. Also, during this time, there is a festival with live concerts and delicious food.

Blue Streets, Chefchaouen, Morocco

The world bluest streets are located in Africa, in the city of Chefchaouen, Morocco. The mystery and the history of the Blue Streets date back to the early 20th century. In the 1930s Jewish refugees moved into the neighborhood and began painting its buildings to fifty shades of blue, symbolizing God’s power.

Lombard Street, San Francisco, California

Lombard Street was built in 1922, with the purpose to slow cars down on its steep hill. However, eventually, it became one of San Francisco’s most visited sites and today, it is a beautifully decorated modern work of art.

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The blue-tinted walls turned Chefchaouen into one of Morocco’s most Instagrammable attractions, but no one’s 100% certain why they look this way. There are many theories surrounding their origin, some wilder than others.

According to one theory, the Jewish communities painted the streets of Chefchaouen blue after finding refuge in the city in the 1930s. This color symbolizes the sky and heaven, and it’s a reminder to lead a spiritual life.

Other theories are rooted in more practical reasons – the walls were painted blue because this color keeps mosquitos away and keeps houses cool during summer.

Soma locals even go so far to claim that Chefchaouen was painted blue as a way to attract tourists because this color is calming and visually striking.

The post Why is Chefchaouen Known as the Blue Pearl of Morocco? appeared first on Traveler Master.

Cherry Blossom Avenue, Bonn, Germany

For 11 months every year, the Heerstraße is just a regular street in Bonn. However, once a year, it turns into a magical paradise. In mid-April, the cherry blossom forms a beautiful canopy over the street, transforming it into a pink fairytale. Also, during this time, there is a festival with live concerts and delicious food.

Blue Streets, Chefchaouen, Morocco

The world bluest streets are located in Africa, in the city of Chefchaouen, Morocco. The mystery and the history of the Blue Streets date back to the early 20th century. In the 1930s Jewish refugees moved into the neighborhood and began painting its buildings to fifty shades of blue, symbolizing God’s power.

Lombard Street, San Francisco, California

Lombard Street was built in 1922, with the purpose to slow cars down on its steep hill. However, eventually, it became one of San Francisco’s most visited sites and today, it is a beautifully decorated modern work of art.

The post Visit These Instagram Worthy Streets appeared first on Traveler Master.