Chris and I in front of the Koutoubia

Last day in Marrakesh

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February 19th 2010
Our third day in Marrakesh began with the same lovely breakfast spread in the courtyard before again heading out into the Medina. Our first stop was the Koutoubia mosque, Marrakesh’s most famous monument. Built by the Almohads directly over what was once the Almoravid’s palace, the 12th century structure became a model for Moroccan architecture. Its design was inspiration for both the Tour Has ... read more

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In 788, about a century after the Arab conquest of North Africa, successive Moorish dynasties began to rule in Morocco. In the 16th century, the Sa'adi monarchy, particularly under Ahmad AL-MANSUR (1578-1603), repelled foreign invaders and inaugurate... ... read more