The legendary dynastic capitals that have shaped the cultural, spiritual, and architectural soul of the Kingdom of Morocco.
Four strongholds that housed palaces, fortifications, and colossal mosques to accommodate the imperial court.a
You might be surprised that Casablanca is not on the list, but historically it did not hold as much significance as the others, even though today it is the most modern and cosmopolitan city.
Choose a city to discover its architectural highlights, its unique atmosphere, and its listed historical treasures.
An ode to the future overlooking the waters of the Atlantic
Modern and Cosmopolitan
Casablanca’s biggest international attraction is the Hassan II Mosque, a colossal structure built right on the oceanfront.
The name Casablanca comes from the fact that, in the past, Portuguese sailors identified the location by a small white house situated on the hill of Anfa, calling it “Casa Branca.”
Casablanca enjoys an extensive coastline and a mild climate all year round.
At any time of the day or night, the city transmits a contagious energy of innovation across all fields: business, sports, culture, art, architecture…
Casablanca’s greatest international attraction is the Hassan II Mosque, a structure of colossal dimensions.
Built on the shores of the ocean, the entire building occupies an area of 2 hectares and stands as the first architectural masterpiece of contemporary Morocco.
This work was designed by French architect Michel Pinseau, who began its construction on July 12, 1985, and it was inaugurated on August 30, 1993.
Although its structure and decoration follow a traditional style—featuring wood finishes, stucco, polished marble, mosaics, and granite—the mosque was equipped with the most sophisticated technology. This allows, for example, the roof to be opened quickly, transforming the central part into a massive courtyard.
The mosque can accommodate 25,000 worshippers inside, while more than 80,000 people can fit on the outdoor esplanade. The mosque’s minaret, standing at 200m high, is the tallest in the world, and the top of its structure, which points toward Mecca, can be seen from several miles away.
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Innovation, business, sports, and contemporary architecture
A long coastline and a mild climate all year round
Portuguese sailors called it “Casa Branca”
Where modernity meets coastal dynasties
Rabat is the administrative and political capital of the Kingdom of Morocco, combining the sturdiness of its walls with the gentle breeze from the Atlantic Ocean.
Rabat is the administrative and political capital of the Kingdom of Morocco.
The most charming part of Rabat is the Oudayas neighborhood, whose kasbah is surrounded by a robust wall and decorated with the pirates’ tower.
This city attracts visitors with the romantic charm of its narrow streets and stairways.
The Hassan Tower is the symbol and the most authentic and famous monument of Rabat, an imperial city and capital of Morocco. The forest of truncated columns is all that remains of an unfinished mosque alongside the Hassan Tower, which was intended to be crowned as a minaret.
It was a project carried out by the Almohad Sultan Yacoub el-Mansour in the year 1197, aiming for it to be the largest mosque in the entire Moroccan empire. The Hassan Tower was designed to reach about 80 meters (260 feet) in height, but it was ultimately left unfinished at 44 meters (144 feet).
At the foot of this beautiful tower lies the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, another must-visit site that is essential to see if you are in Rabat. Here, you will find one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture.
The mausoleum, dedicated to the father of the penultimate sovereign, was built with Carrara marble and features green tiled roofs, in accordance with Islamic tradition.
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Administrative and political capital of the Kingdom
Hassan II Tower & Mohammed V Mausoleum
The narrow streets of the picturesque Kasbah Oudayas
Monumental splendor beneath colossal arches
The Great Unknown
The Bab Mansour Gate, located between the city’s two main squares, is considered the most imposing gate in the entire Maghreb.
Meknes, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996, is famous for the beauty of its monumental gates, including Bab Mansour, Bab el-Khemis, Bab Jamaa en-Nouar, and Bab el-Jedid, while its markets are among the most important in Morocco.
The Bab Mansour gate, located between the city’s two main squares, is considered the most imposing gate in the entire Maghreb.
El Hedim Square is the center of political and social life, where the heart of the city beats. In the past, it was a site for public executions and royal announcements.
Today, this wide square is also packed with restaurants and cafes, water sellers, snake charmers, and street vendors… highly reminiscent of the famous Djemaa el-Fna Square in Marrakech.
The lively square also serves as a boundary separating the traditional Medina from the Imperial City, which is accessed through the ornate Bab Mansour Gate.
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Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996
Bab Mansour Monumental Gate
El Hedim Square (Heart of the medina)
The largest and most sacred medieval labyrinth in the world
Traditionala
The oldest part of the medina is Fez El Bali, the world’s largest urban complex, completely free of road traffic.
Fes, the spiritual, religious, and cultural capital of Morocco.
It is the oldest of the imperial cities and remains unchanged amidst the greenery of its valley. Enclosed by walls, this ancient city captivates newcomers at first sight.
Thanks to its river and 60 springs, it was founded in the year 788, when Emir Idriss I became fascinated by the beauty of the area. Daughter of water, the city of cedars grew for 1,200 years, becoming the spiritual and intellectual heart of Morocco.
The city of Fes remains hidden behind its ramparts, gardens, mosques, and palaces—an extraordinary universe accessed through monumental gates.
Its walls conceal the fabulous Royal Palace, whose main gate fuses decorative elements from Al-Andalus with Moroccan craftsmanship, resulting in a refined aesthetic of extraordinary beauty. Its doorway is undoubtedly a preview of the luxury within.
Opposite the Royal Palace lies the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), which is also walled. Its houses, featuring distinct wooden balconies, are unique to the medina. With every step, you can witness the lasting legacy of the Jewish community’s ancient trades.
The oldest area of the medina is Fes el-Bali, the largest urban pedestrian zone in the world. You walk slowly through streets bursting with vitality, where traditional handicrafts are sold and where you will find the famous Chouwara Tannery—the largest and best-known of the four traditional tanneries still operating in the heart of the Fes medina.
Inside the medina, you will discover with amazement a collection of madrasas and mosques, where Allah is studied and thanked at every call to prayer by the muezzin. The heritage of Fes is so rich that UNESCO designated its medina a World Heritage Site in 1981.
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Cultural, spiritual, and religious center
Founded in 788 by Emir Idriss I
Fez El Bali (Unchanged for 1,200 years)
An ode to the future overlooking the waters of the Atlantic
Modern and Cosmopolitan
Casablanca’s biggest international attraction is the Hassan II Mosque, a colossal structure built right on the oceanfront.
The name Casablanca comes from the fact that, in the past, Portuguese sailors identified the location by a small white house situated on the hill of Anfa, calling it “Casa Branca.”
Casablanca enjoys an extensive coastline and a mild climate all year round.
At any time of the day or night, the city transmits a contagious energy of innovation across all fields: business, sports, culture, art, architecture…
Casablanca’s greatest international attraction is the Hassan II Mosque, a structure of colossal dimensions.
Built on the shores of the ocean, the entire building occupies an area of 2 hectares and stands as the first architectural masterpiece of contemporary Morocco.
This work was designed by French architect Michel Pinseau, who began its construction on July 12, 1985, and it was inaugurated on August 30, 1993.
Although its structure and decoration follow a traditional style—featuring wood finishes, stucco, polished marble, mosaics, and granite—the mosque was equipped with the most sophisticated technology. This allows, for example, the roof to be opened quickly, transforming the central part into a massive courtyard.
The mosque can accommodate 25,000 worshippers inside, while more than 80,000 people can fit on the outdoor esplanade. The mosque’s minaret, standing at 200m high, is the tallest in the world, and the top of its structure, which points toward Mecca, can be seen from several miles away.
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Portuguese sailors called it “Casa Branca”
A long coastline and a mild climate all year round
Innovation, business, sports, and contemporary architecture
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