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Koutoubia Mosque vs Dar Si Said Museum
Dar Si Said and Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret is the choice of most reviewers compared to Dar Si Said. Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret scores 94 with positive reviews from 5 reviewers like Michelin Guide, concierge.com and Lonely Planet.
Koutoubia Mosque
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Avenue Mohammed V, Marrakech, Morocco
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Concierge
"The centerpiece of Marrakesh is the square tower of the Koutoubia minaret, attached to the Koutoubia Mosque, built in the late 12th century."
Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Already described in 1381 as a "work of perfection", the minbar (pulpit) in Koutoubia Mosque was made by local artisans in Cordoba beginning in 1137 and transported piece by piece to Marrakech."
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Fodor's
"Dating from the early 12th century, it became a model for the Hassan Tower in Rabat and the Giralda in Seville."
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Travel + Leisure
"With its peacefully inviting old streets and less-insistent vendors, one can soak up the real feel of the city and admire the Royal Palace. "
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Stretching out behind the Koutoubia Mosque, this palm-tree-dotted swath of greenery is a Marrakshi favourite spot for strolling, relaxing on park benches and generally taking a quiet break."
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Dar Si Said Museum
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Derb El Bahia - Riad Zitoun el-Jedid, Marrakech, Morocco
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A monument to Moroccan mâalems (master artisans), the home... is a showcase of regional craftsmanship."
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The most delightful artefact of all: a Ferris wheel for babies
Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The beauty of the setting, a luxuriant riad, highlights the collections."
Fodor's
"This 19th-century palace is now a museum with an excellent collection of antique Moroccan crafts including pottery... jewelry, daggers, kaftans, carpets, and leatherwork."
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Frommer's
"An attractive building with shady, pooled courtyards, it is now home to the Museum of Moroccan Arts. Exhibits include a fascinating display of Berber daggers and jewelry made of amber, ivory"
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