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Mellah vs Koutoubia Mosque
Mellah and Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret are both rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret ranks significantly higher than Mellah. Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret ranks #2 in Marrakech with approval from 5 publications like Michelin Guide, concierge.com and Frommer's.
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Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's
"As in other Moroccan cities, the Mellah is the old Jewish quarter, once a small, walled-off city within the city."
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Frommer's
"The present Mellah, renamed Hay Essalam, is much smaller and almost entirely Muslim."
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Lonely Planet
"The mellah remains notable for tall mudbrick homes along single-file streets and cross-alley gossip through wrought-iron balconies."
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To see the living legacy of Mellah artisans and spice traders, check out the Place des Ferblantiers, the Grand Bijouterie and the Mellah Market .
Travel + Leisure
"In addition to the area’s historical importance, you’ll find a good variety of shops here. This is where I go to buy fabrics and beautiful trims and notions."
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"You can admire the souks and the Alzama Synagogue in the central courtyard while enjoying a cup of Berber tea. "
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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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