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Global Treasures - HASSAN TOWER - Rabat - Morocco [09:32]
Tour Hassan The 44 metre high Tour Hassan is situated in Rabat, capital of Morocco. The building of the Tour Hassan and the Grand Mosque which was planned to be North Africas largest - were commissioned at the end of the 12th century by the King of the Almohades, Yacoub El Mansour. However, building of the Mosque was never completed and it gradually fell into decay. Nearby, the magnificent mausoleum of King Mohammed V and his son, King Hassan II.A successful synthesis of traditional artistic ...
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Global Treasures - Ait Benhaddou - Morocco [09:32]
Ait Benhaddou Along the southern border of the High Atlas in the heart of Morocco is the impressive village of Ait Benhaddou.The settlement was once situated along one of the countrys most important caravan routes but the regions ancient trading routes are no longer used today. A walled village, the Ksar, was founded in the 12th century by the people of Ait Aissa and its narrow lanes lead up to several fortress-like citadels, the five main Kasbahs of Ait Benhaddou. For visitors the narrow ...
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Global Treasures - Necropolis of Chella - Morocco [09:32]
Chella Located on the outskirts of the Moroccan capital of Rabat, a tall and impressive wall of compressed clay encloses the Necropolis of Chella.This fortress-like construction dates back to the 14th century.The Mereniden leaders, Abou Said and Abou El Hassan, were responsible for the construction of this mighty structure. The view from the watchtowers is augmented by lush vegetation, a picturesque view that has remained unchanged for several centuries. Numerous paths lead through an array ...
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Global Treasures - Meknes - Morocco [09:33]
Meknes, Morocco Meknes is the monumental city of the four kings´ towns of Morocco whose impressive gates and powerful walls surround the old town of Medina. The 20 kilometre long town wall is one the oldest relicts of the former sovereign of the Alaouits, Sultan Moulay Ismaíl, who was prone to larger-than-life ideals. Also, the great silo of the Heri and Dar El-Mas building dates back to this time, the end of the 17th century. It was designed to guarantee an adequate supply of food for the ...
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Global Treasures - Marrakesh - Morocco [09:32]
Marrakesh In 1062 ADthe Almovarides Dynasty founded the city of Marrakesh, known as, The Red Pearl. The colourful Spice Market is only one of several markets, otherwise known as souks where baskets brim over with ginger, saffron, caraway and coriander. The souks are divided into different areas and specialties including various craft workshops in which coppersmiths and potters offer their goods for sale. Even today the bazaars still display the age-old splendour of this important trading ...
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