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The 10 Best Architectural Buildings in Morocco, Morocco
Coordinates: 32°N 6°W / 32°N 6°W / 32; -6
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1. The Mausoleum of Ouled Ben Zmirou
2. Dar Sanaa
3. Medersa Ben Youssef
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,198 reviews
Reviewed By 194fs - London, United Kingdom
Recommend a visit to this very beautiful building - the tiles and architecture are fantastic and worth a visit!
4. Al-Attarine Madrasa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 518 reviews
Reviewed By HINAWASEEM - Islamabad, Pakistan
This is the second finest Medersa of Fez. It is a medieval Koranic School. It is named after the perfumers located in the spice and perfume market nearby. It was built in 1325 by the Merenid sultan, Abou Said Othman. You can see a variety of rich zellij, wood and stucco decorations here. The amazing thing is that despite of a profusion of patterns the impact is light and not overwhelming. The symmetrical arches upheld by marble pillars are the hallmark of this medarsa.
5. Bou Inania Medersa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 952 reviews
Reviewed By cjr83 - Greenville, United States
What a gorgeous place in the middle of the bustling medina. The tile work and wood carvings are so intricate. Definitely check it out!
6. Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,680 reviews
Every North African town has a kasbah, a traditional administrative building made from mud and straw. This one, nestled against the High Atlas Mountains, is among the most impressive of its kind.
Reviewed By sparklesandshoes - London, United Kingdom
In modern days, it indefinitely quite out of the way – with the closest town of Ourzazate 25 miles away but I learned during our hike to the top of the Kasbah that it used to be on the main caravan route between Marrakesh and the Sahara Dessert which makes more sense. Speaking of hike, I was told we were visiting a town which is why I wore a pretty maxi dress, not really the right clothes for this type of visit – which included a trek across a stream, a dusty climb, and a ladder – so don’t let the pictures fool you. When we visited in early October the Ounila River, which separates the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou from the small city where most residents now live, was running low so we were able to cross it by simply walking across sand bags locals had placed in the flow. Once inside the gates we made our way through narrow alleys and passed crowded houses on our way to the top, surrounded by clay brick the whole time. And even though I am not a Game of Thrones fan, someone had shown me a few of the famous scenes that were filmed there so I made sure to get photos with them. As you scroll you may also recognise the backdrop from dozens of other movies, notably Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, The Mummy, Prince of Persia, and Kingdom of Heaven.
7. Palacio da Bahia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13,185 reviews
After your hammam at Mythic Oriental, come for a stroll in this extravagant 19th century palace. You’ll be able to prolong your relaxation with the beauty and quiet offered here.
Reviewed By awais1989 - London, United Kingdom
Very beautiful palace, definitely worth visiting, the unique North African artistry and intricate designs are all over the palace
8. Marrakech Train Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,475 reviews
Reviewed By Sydneyjaq - Sydney, Australia
A very efficient and clean station with helpful staff, signage in English and Arabic, good public toilets and a coffee shop if you have to wait a while. Make sure you buy your tickets a day or two before you travel so you secure a seat, otherwise you might miss out as the trains get very full.
9. Kasbah Amridil
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 658 reviews
Kasbah Amridil is a castle or a fortress of the 17th century, the family owner is Arabic, original from Saudi Arabia, the picture of the kasbah Amridil is on the bank-notes of 50 Dirhams, and it's the kasbah where the famous movies " Ali Baba and the 40 thieves " & " Lawrence of Arabia " were filmed. The guided tours are done with 5 languages: Arabic, French, English, Spanish and Italian.
Reviewed By ChrisB828 - London, United Kingdom
We visited several different Kasbahs in Morocco. This was the largest and most interesting, e.g. many different spaces/rooms, five towers, one of the earliest with a toilet for women, etc). Fascinating scenery around and a very passionate and extremely knowledgable local guide.
10. Shrine of Rabbi Abraham Moul Niss
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By SolomonBinding - London, United Kingdom
I often come to Azemmour from my home in El Jadida for a wander around the Ancienne Medina and have passed by the shrine on numerous occasions but have never managed to find anyone to let me in. Last November, I was in luck. I was showing an American friend around the town and we met one of the young musicians who performs at the Prive restaurant in Jadida. He lives virtually next to the shrine and he said he could find someone to let us in. Fair enough, he spoke to a guy who had some keys and we entered the sanctuary. Unfortunately neither my acquaintance nor the key bearer knew much about the history of the saint or the shrine and the elderly Jewess who is sometimes present by arrangement was not in evidence that day. The shrine comprises of several rooms, some subterranean, containing artifacts and books in Hebrew. It is maintained by a charitable Jewish foundation which also owns the land above the cave and which the guardian confirmed will build a retreat and hostel for pilgrims there - we saw evidence of the starting of that work. Outside the shrine, there's a well-tended square with a view over the river. We certainly didn't get any hassle from children or vendors either around the building or anywhere in Azemmour at all. It's a sad visit nonetheless to think that vibrant, integrated and established Jewish communities were lured from Morocco by false promises leaving just a few of their community behind with their treasured edifices and traditions. This contribution to Moroccan life cannot be erased, fortunately. It's certainly worth a visit, especially if you can get in. My visitor friend tipped the guardian 20 dirhams. This might grease the hinges of the door for future visitors if they do the same.
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