Historical & Archaeological Sites

This collection highlights the archaeological and historical evolution of Morocco’s Atlantic coast, spanning from Roman-Berber antiquity to the modern era. It features the ruins of Iulia Valentia Banasa and the ancient river port of Thamusida, alongside the medieval Merinid necropolis of Chellah. The selection also includes Rabat’s UNESCO-listed urban heritage, where 12th-century Almohad monuments and the defensive Kasbah Mahdiyya contrast with the 20th-century craftsmanship of the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.

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Chellah

The Chellah or Shalla, is a medieval fortified Muslim necropolis and ancient archeological site in Rabat, Morocco, located on the south…

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Mausoleum of Mohammed V

The Mausoleum of Mohammed V is a mausoleum located across from the Hassan Tower in Rabat, Morocco.

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Rabat, Modern Capital and Historic City

A UNESCO World Heritage site encompassing the 12th-century Almohad capital, the 17th-century medina, and the 20th-century Ville Nouvelle. It represents a unique architectural blend of traditional Islamic heritage and modern Western urbanism.