Kasbah of Marrakech

12th century1147Morocco

CountryMorocco

RegionMarrakech

Period12th century

Year Built1147

About Kasbah of Marrakech

A citadel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Contains the Saadian Tombs, hidden for centuries. The Badi Palace, now in ruins, was once among the finest in the world. The Koutoubia Mosque minaret inspired the Giralda in Seville.

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