Rabat: The Hidden Gem of the Almohad Dynasty✨

The Moroccan capital, Rabat, traces its origins to the 12th century. The current Royal Palace, built in the early 20th century, serves as the official residence of King Mohammed VI. While visitors can't enter, the grand exterior is open for exploration.✨✨✨ 📍Just a short walk from the palace, along the river, stands the Mausoleum of Mohammed V—completed in 1971 to honor the current king’s father and grandfather. Built entirely of marble, the structure is a masterpiece of Moroccan craftsmanship. 👑✨ Visitors must dress modestly (no exposed shoulders or shorts). The royal guards at the entrance and the lavish interior (think golden mosaics and soaring arches!) are all photo-friendly—just snap away, and they’ll strike a formal pose! You can also admire the tomb from the second-floor gallery, where the opulent decor will leave you in awe. 📍Next to the mausoleum rises the iconic Hassan Tower, a 12th-century Almohad relic commissioned by Sultan Yaqub al-Mansur. Originally intended to be part of the world’s largest mosque, the project was never finished. The 1755 Lisbon earthquake devastated the site, but the 312 surviving pillars and the tower still stand tall, whispering tales of a lost empire. 🏛️🌍 #WorldHeritage #HistoryAndArt #HeritageCity #TimelessBeauty #MoroccoTravel #VisitRabat #AlmohadLegacy