Sights of Morocco
Landmarks of Morocco. The most important and interesting sights of Morocco cities: photos and videos, descriptions and reviews, location, sites.
Rabatin Morocco:
To visit the epicenter of Arab culture means to feel the spicy embrace of the East. Rabat(from “ribat” – “fortified monastery”) – a city in the airy white-turquoise appearance of which both Moorish and modern motifs have merged. In the Old City (“medina”) on the banks of the Bou Regreg River. Also, the Kasbah Udaya fortress, founded in the 12th century, has been preserved. The ruins of the most ancient mosque of the city have been preserved here:
according to the plan of the ruler Al-Mansur. It had to be so large that all the soldiers of his huge army could pray in it at the same time. However, after his death, the construction stopped, and only in the 17th century did they begin to restore the fortress. Cannons of those times are still preserved on the walls of the fort. Only the minaret of Hassan, 44 m high, has survived in its original form. Not to mention it is surrounded by pillars of an unfinished mosque. There is also an observation deck on the territory of the fortress. It is where tourists often take pictures.
On Jama Street, the voice of the mosques of Moulay el-Mekka, Moulay-Sliman, Al-Fas calls for prayer. There is also the miraculous spring of the Shellah necropolis and the mausoleum, which contains the graves of the kings Mohammed the Fifth and Hassan the Second. Morocco honymoon itinerary.
Opposite Rabat, on the opposite bank of the river, is the ancient city of Sale. There is a Grand Mosque, a madrasah, but the main goal of the pilgrimage of thousands of believers is the Muslim chapel of Sidi Abdallah ben Hassun. Just 13 km from Rabat, and you are in exotic gardens, 9 km to the south – and in front of you is the gate of the National Zoo.
Marrakesh, the red city in Morocco:
The contrast between the historic districts and the Geliz residential area of Marrakech shapes the image of an oriental city. The tangle of streets of this metropolis leads to the center, to the Koutoubia Mosque on Jema el-Fna Square. On the way you will meet the mausoleum of the founder of Marrakesh – Yusuf ibn Tashfin, the Bab-Agnau gate, the Almohad Kasbah (fortress), the Golden Apples Mosque (Kasbah Mosque) and the tombs of the Saadids.
Stops can be made at the ruins of the pompous palace of El Badi , in the madrasah and at the Ben Yusuf mosque, Kubba al-Baadiin. Fans of local exotic markets disappear for hours in the Jewish quarter of Milla. The largest fountain in Marrakesh, Muasin, is located near the Bahia Palace (“Palace of the Beauty”).
The famous Marrakech markets (“souks”) are open from 8:30 to 20:00. One of the largest and noisiest street trading quarters is located around Jema el-Fna Square, all kinds of spices are sold opposite Rabah Kedima Square, the Kimahin musicians market at the gate of the same name on Bab Dukkala Street, there are also Dyers, Copper, Joiners, Jewelers and many other markets. 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzougah.
Casablanca in Morocco:
The maritime capital of Morocco has long been home to large trading companies and banks. But there are many historical monuments in the historical part of Casablanca (for example, the old Medina and the Schlech Mosque), and in the “new Medina” (the luxurious residence of the Pasha Mahkama du Pasha – the so-called Palace of Justice).
Casablanca also has its own version of Notre Dame Cathedral (Church of Our Lady of Lourdes). It is worth taking a look at the second largest mosque in the Islamic world (after the mosque in Mecca) Hassan II Grand Mosque. A gambling guest cannot bypass the large quarter of the Habbus bazaars; the city has clubs, casinos, and amusement parks. Not far from Casablanca, the ruins of the ancient city of Anfa are picturesquely located. Lovers of a comfortable stay go to the resort of Ain Diab, but only Muslims can get into the ancient kubba of Sidi Abd er Rahman.
Fes:
It was in Fez that the prophet Mohammed once found refuge in moments of danger. It is worth starting your acquaintance with the old part, Fes el-Bali, in order to then go to the new one – Fes el-Jedid.
The ancient monuments located in the old part are surrounded by fortified walls. Palace Square is famous for the rich Royal Palace and the gigantic Bab Dekaken gate. The well-kept gardens of Bou Jelud provide a pleasant shade over the Moulay Idris Mosque, where the tomb of Idris II is located. Religious monuments successfully complement the Bu Inanya madrassah with chimes, the Gazlean mosque, the Attarin and Sherratin madrasahs, the Karauin mosque, caravanserais – “fonduks” Tsetaunin and Nejarin.
Volubilis:
After visiting the city, tourists often go to the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, the ruins of which are located 31 km from Meknes (about 50 km from Fez) at the base of Mount Zerhuna. Surprisingly, it was possible to preserve part of the Roman Capitol, the Basilica, the Forum, the Arc de Triomphe, erected in honor of the emperor Caracalla, there are also baths, you can see the dwellings of wealthy citizens, the “House of Orpheus” and the “House of Venus”. Read more travel articles.