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Ben Youssef Madrasa vs Saadian Tombs
Both are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Saadian Tombs scores significantly better than Ben Youssef Madrasa. Saadian Tombs comes in at #3 in Marrakech with praise from 6 sources such as Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Michelin Guide.
Ben Youssef Madrasa
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Just off Rue Souk el Khemis, Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's
"If you want a little breath taken out of you, don't pass up the chance to see this extraordinarily well-preserved 16th-century Koranic school, North Africa's largest such institution."
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Concierge
"A 14th-century Koranic school that has been lovingly restored, the Medersa has a serene courtyard with a central, water-filled basin; and facades enhanced with tiling, stucco, and carved cedar."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This Quranic learning centre was once the largest in North Africa and remains among the most splendid."
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Travel + Leisure
"If your date loves history or design, head over to my favorite spot in the city, this college whose main buildings date back to the 14th century."
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"A beautiful center basin, incredible Moroccan mosaic tiled walls, hand sculpted plasterwork, and ornate wood work—all come together to enchant. "
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Saadian Tombs
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Next to Kasbah Mosque, off rue de la Kasbah, Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's
"This small, beautiful 16th-century burial ground is the permanent resting place of 166 Saadians, including its creator, Sultan Ahmed el Mansour, the Golden One."
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Get here either early or late to avoid the crowds and to see the monuments swathed in soft golden light of a restful sun.
Concierge
"Used by various dynasties for more than 200 years, the beautifully restored site numbers more than 60 pagoda-shaped marble sarcophagi housed in two mausoleums."
Lonely Planet
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"Saadian Sultan Ahmed al-Mansour ed-Dahbi spared no expense on his tomb, importing Italian Carrara marble and gilding honeycomb muqarnas (decorative plasterwork) with pure gold."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"1917 the existence of the tombs was accidentally rediscovered. An access corridor was then cut through the walls to enable non-Muslims to see them."
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Travel + Leisure
"Unfortunately, some of the tombs are in ruins but they are nonetheless very worth visiting. Bottom line: macabre but stylish."
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