Discover the cultural treasures of Meknes, Moulay Idriss, and Volubilis on a tour from Fès. Explore the vibrant souks, visit historical sites like the Gate of Bab el-Mansour, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Morocco.
Discover the cultural treasures of Meknes, Moulay Idriss, and Volubilis on a tour from Fès. Explore the vibrant souks, visit historical sites like the Gate of Bab el-Mansour, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Morocco.
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Volubilis - Volubilis is an ancient Roman city where the best preserved and most visited archaeological remains of Morocco can be found. The area was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.
What to see in Volubilis
While the best thing to do is walk around its ruins, there are some points you shouldn’t miss:
Forum, Basilica and Temple of…
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Volubilis - Volubilis is an ancient Roman city where the best preserved and most visited archaeological remains of Morocco can be found. The area was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.
What to see in Volubilis
While the best thing to do is walk around its ruins, there are some points you shouldn’t miss:
Forum, Basilica and Temple of Jupiter: Located on the upper part of Volubilis, these three places were the center of public life in the city.
Thermal baths: Although its condition is quite neglected, you can still appreciate the heating system used by the Roman thermal baths.
Arch of Caracalla: built in marble in the year 217 in honor of the emperor and his mother. When it was built, it was crowned with a bronze chariot.
Mosaics: the highlight of your visit! The labors of Hercules, the bath of the nymphs, the Acrobat … Finding all these mosaics is a difficult task without a guide!
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La Grande Terrasse - Moulay Idriss is one of Morocco’s most famous pilgrimage sites. Its name honors Idriss I, great-grandson of Mahomet and founder of the Idrissides dynasty.
Due to its religious status, the city was closed to non-Muslims until the middle of the 20th century. Today, the only forbidden place is the mausoleum of Moulay Idriss.
What to see in Moulay Idriss? Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss: The Mausoleum of Idriss is the most important point of interest in the city. However, you will have to be content to see it from the outside.Place de Moulay Idriss I: this is the most interesting square in the city, an ideal place to relax in one of its cafes and enjoy the street atmosphere. It is a compulsory point of passage to reach the mausoleum.
Panoramic terraces: The large terrace and the small terrace are the best observation points in the city to admire Moulay Idriss. Circular minaret
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- Car and driver included
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- Breakfast
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Must-visit sights in Meknes include:
Souks: A stroll through the souks quickly reveals the city’s modernity, distinct from Fez.
Place El-Hedim: Comparatively, Place el-Hedim in Meknes is what Place Jamaa el Fna is to Marrakech, the vibrant heart of city and cultural activities. Areas that once saw public executions and royal proclamations now house…
Must-visit sights in Meknes include:
Souks: A stroll through the souks quickly reveals the city’s modernity, distinct from Fez.
Place El-Hedim: Comparatively, Place el-Hedim in Meknes is what Place Jamaa el Fna is to Marrakech, the vibrant heart of city and cultural activities. Areas that once saw public executions and royal proclamations now house restaurants and terraces.
Bab el-Mansour Gate: It links the old square El Hedim to the ancient imperial city of Moulay Ismaïl.
Dar Jamaï Museum: This stands as one of Morocco’s most intriguing museums.
Mausoleum of Moulay Ismaïl: Central to any visit to Meknes, it houses the grave of the sultan who shaped modern Morocco. Madrasa Bou Inania: Koubbat as-Sufara: Heri es-Souani:
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