We recently published a post about the mosques that can be visited in Morocco, which are basically two: Hassan II in Casablanca and Tinmel, in the High Atlas. The rest only open their doors to believers. But if you are not a Muslim, you will always have the possibility of admiring them from the outside, as some of them are really monumental and worth knowing. In this post, we show you the best mosques in Morocco from a historical-artistic point of view.
Koutoubia Marrakech: famous among the mosques of Morocco
Although it cannot be visited, it is probably the most famous of all the mosques in Morocco. Its minaret, which rises imposingly from the heights of the medina, is represented on practically all the postcards of the city. The reddish color of its brick is similar to the rest of the city, but the green and white of its tiles provide an interesting counterpoint. Its arches of different designs (polylobed, horseshoe, etc.) are also an unmistakable hallmark.
Fes’s Karaouine mosque: a true Islamic father
The Karaouine Mosque in Fez is the most important in this city and, at the time, it was also a benchmark for all of Islam. Why? The cultural prestige of this city during the Western Middle Ages was granted precisely by the madrasa (today a university) of the same name, which is located next to the mosque. Distinctive elements are its whiteness and its green roofs, which make it stand out in any panoramic view from above.
Moulay Ismail Mosque Meknes: symbol of past splendor
Meknes is one of the old imperial cities and, unsurprisingly, has one of the most beautiful mosques in Morocco. This is how its wonderful minaret shows us, which glows green, framed in white, denoting an influence from nearby Fez. Its origins date back to the 12th century, although with important subsequent restorations, including the Moulay Ismail.
Sidi Bouabid Tangier Mosque: unmistakable from a distance
It may not be the most historic of the mosques in Morocco (in fact, it is not located within the enclosure of the historic medina), but it is one of the most unique due to its external appearance: a colorful minaret with a decorative pattern in the shape of a rhombus and sebka. In addition, the fact of being located next to the main souk of the city gives a crowded atmosphere to its surroundings.
Mohamed V Agadir mosque: a milestone for the city
Although Agadir is not the most monumental city in the country, largely due to the great earthquake it suffered in 1960, it has one of the most interesting mosques in Morocco: one of Mohammed V. Thanks to its recent reconstruction, it is preserved in very good condition. condition. In addition, it is located in a fairly open space, without large buildings around it, which allows you to admire the whole, especially its spectacular entrance door with a pointed arch framed in alfiz.
These are just 5 of the best mosques in Morocco. If you want to know more, and you want to do it with the help of experts in the country, contact Morocco Agogo Tours. We will organize a tailor-made trip!
