Marrakesh Prefecture

Historic & Cultural Sites

Explore Marrakech’s rich heritage through its iconic palaces such as Bahia and El Badi, ancient medina streets, and historic mosques including the Kasbah and Ben Youssef Mosques. Discover the city's 12th-century Almoravid architecture, medieval ramparts, and significant religious and archaeological sites reflecting centuries of Islamic and Moroccan culture.

Historic & Cultural Sites — Map

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Bahia Palace

Historic 19th-century palace and garden complex renowned for its intricate Moorish and Islamic architecture and decorative artistry.

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El Badi Palace

Historic ruined royal palace from the late 16th century featuring grand Moroccan architecture and remnants of Saadian dynasty grandeur.

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Medina of Marrakesh

This cramped and lively ancient town centre is where you get the real taste of Moroccan culture and the way of living.

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Almoravid Koubba

The oldest building in Marrakesh and the last example of Almoravid architecture in the city dates back to the 12th century.

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Ben Youssef Madrasa

This Islamic school dating back to the 14th century is the Morocco's largest one. It used to accommodate students in 130 dormitory cells.

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Kasbah Mosque

One of the biggest mosques in Marrakech was built in the 12th century.

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Marrakech Ramparts

See the old fortifications of the Marrakech Medina and understand the importance this city used to have in the past.

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Zaouïa Sidi Bel Abbès

Splendid religious complex consisting of a mosque, a courtyard, a fountain and a mausoleum dedicated to Sidi Bel Abbès, a Moroccan saint.

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Ben Youssef Mosque

The Ben Youssef Mosque, is a mosque in the Medina quarter of Marrakesh, Morocco, named after the Almoravid emir Ali ibn Yusuf.

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Dareh Sidi Ahmed Erragragi

Muslim tomb located in Marrakech.