12 Unforgettable Sights in Marrakech: From Palaces & Souks to Hidden Gardens

1. Jemaa el-Fnaa Market

This is the bustling popular market that is full of activities such as dancing fountains, food vendors, and even snake charmers. I would go at sunset because that must be the most active time of the day for this place.

2. Bahia Palace

A complex of neo-Moorish buildings exhibiting an exemplary combination of zellij, stuccowork, and woodcarving accompanied by a courtyard of statuesque palm trees.

3. Koutoubia Mosque

The Twelfth-century mosque with the famous towering minaret, is the most famous landmark of Marrakech.

4. Saadian Tombs

The royal tombs of the Saadian Dynasty with marvelous architecture and designs that are more than four hundred years old. Intricate architecture and tilework.

5. Badii Palace

The remaining great palace which was built in the 16th century, the palace has beautiful stone and marble carvings.

6. Ben Youssef Madrasa

A beautifully carved and designed Koranic school built in the 14th century with wood carvings and mosaic tiles, and a serene courtyard.

7. Majorelle Garden

More vibrant in color than a box of smarties, this stunning cobalt blue villa and Art Deco gardens were designed by French artist Jacques Majorelle.

8. Tanneries

Get a chance to visit tanning pits which are used today as they were centuries ago for dyeing leather in bright colors such as indigo and saffron.

9. Souks

Shop in cramped streets filled with traders’ stalls offering carpets, spices, and metals among other things in the souks.

10. El Badi Palace

Ruined palace from the sixteenth century which used to be adorned with gold enameled tiles and Italian marble.

11. Jardin Secret

Unique beautiful courtyard full of water fountains, tiles, and high palms in the medina.

12. Mellah

It is the old Jewish quarter and cemetery that will provide you with an insight into the multicultural past of Marrakech.

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