If you have ever wanted to travel to an exotic land, then you definitely want to take a trip to Birmingham between the 16th and 18th of April and enjoy the huge Discover Morocco festival in Linn Park.

One of the main highlights will be the simulated archeological dig corresponding to the artifacts from Sijilmasa, an ancient Moroccan oasis, on display at the Birmingham Civil Rights Museum.

There will be Moroccan jewelry-making, a book walk, desert animals (even camel rides!) tile art, and folk dancing. Along with the Moroccan merchants and artisans, authentic Moroccan food will be available at the Taste of Morocco section of the park.

For soccer aficionados, the first International Festival CUP will showcase National Under-18 Men's Teams from the USA, Morocco, Jamaica and Mexico-all World Cup Contenders in 1998.

Moroccan-style music, food and dance will transport you from the streets of Birmingham to the bazaars of Marrakesh, Agadir, Tangier, Rabat and Casablanca. The event runs full-tilt from 10 am to 7 pm on April 16th & 17th, and from 10 am until 6 pm on the 18th. This festival is a good way of introducing your family to a taste of another culture. The sweetened mint tea could become a delightful habit.

Advance price tickets are available, or you can pay at the gate: $7 for adults; $5 for students.