This one was built in the 12 th century during the reign of the Almohads. When the Almohads captured Rabat from the Almoravids, they destroyed their Kasbah and reconstructed their own starting in AD. Later in the 17 th century, it became the capital of the kingdom.
Make sure to walk along the streets; all painted in white and blue, and head over towards the mouth of the Bou Regreg River, where you can see a stunning sunset decorated with a view of the fortifications. By night, take a stroll along Mohammed V Avenue. Start your morning in Chellah , the oldest known human settlement along the Bou Regreg River.
It overlooks the river plane that stretches out beneath. Historians believe it was originally founded by Carthaginians during the 3rd century BC, later conquered by the Romans, and then passed under Arab rule. Today, Chellah is only inhabited by a huge number of birds. They have even settled in interesting places, like building a stork nest on top of the old minaret!
The Palace was first built at the end of the 18th century, and later redesigned, rebuilt by King Hassan II. Both sights are next to each other. Hassan Tower is actually an unfinished minaret built in the 12 th century and was supposed to be the biggest minaret in the world, accompanied by the biggest mosque in the world.
The current height of the tower is 44m, which is roughly half of its intended 86m. Construction stopped in after Yacoub Al-Mansour died. You might wonder what all the small pillars are for? Those are the unfinished columns that were supposed to compose the mosque.
Quite huge! While small in scale, with all its intricate details and decorative patterns. Spend some time walking around downtown, where you can see more French Art Deco architecture and the ancient walls that still surround Rabat. I only got a day in Rabat and I wish with all of my heart it had been more. I really, really liked that city! Love this picture of the blue door in this post! You could start in Casablanca, where you won't want to miss a tour of Hassan II Mosque , home to the tallest minaret in the world.
Find the ultimate guide to the city here. Then catch a train to Fes, where you'll probably want to focus your time. Fes el-Bali , the ancient walled city, is a labyrinth of more than 9, alleyways. Take a walking tour, shop in the souks, and set aside some time to admire the colorful vats of pigment at the world-famous Tanneries Chouara.
Learn more about Fes in this guide. Alternatively, base yourself in Fes and enjoy short side trips. You could go to Meknes , where the ancient medina sees fewer tourists than you'll encounter in busy Fes, and nearby Volubilis , where well-preserved Roman ruins serve as an interesting counterpoint to Mahgreb architecture.
If you'd rather spend your time in the vicinity of Marrakech , there's more than enough to keep you occupied in the city for three days: lively Jemaa el Fna Square , the stately Bahia Palace , and, for art lovers, the Majorelle Garden. From Marrakech, you can also take a side trip into the nearby Sahara Desert. Hiking, a camel ride, a glimpse inside a traditional Berber village?
It's all within a short drive of the city. See more 4-day Morocco trip ideas. A few more days in Morocco means that you can cover more ground in the country. Or that you can linger longer in a particularly fascinating destination like Fes, a city that ends up becoming a favorite of many travelers.
Decide whether you'd rather focus on the imperial cities, the desert, or the mountains—or some combination of these—so that you don't spend a disproportionate amount of time in transit. One option is to focus on the northern cities, a suggestion that's popular with photographers, painters, and travelers interested in history.
Visitors have plenty of time to wander around incredibly picturesque destinations like Chefchaouen , Morocco's famous "Blue City. Alternatively, base yourself in Marrakech and embark on an adventure tour into the desert. You will then cross the High Atlas mountains into bustling Marrakech to wander souks and experience lively Jemma el-Fna square. Discover imperial cities and desert landscapes on this day circuit starting in Casablanca.
Experience culture and history in historic Rabat, Meknes, Fes, and Marrakech as you navigate their ancient medinas. You'll ride a camel over shifting sands in the Sahara, explore mud-brick cities, and cross the high rocky peaks of the Atlas mountains.
How to Get to Chefchaouen The Moroccan city of Chefchaouen, in the Rif Mountains, is famous for its distinctive blue painted buildings. Chefchaouen is usually combined with a trip to Tangier. However, it can easily be accessed from other Moroccan cities as well, like Fes and Rabat.
How to Get from Rabat to Fes Those looking to get from Rabat to Fes have several options for completing the mile km journey, which should take anywhere between two and three hours, depending on mode of transport.
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