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Saadian Tombs

Next to Kasbah Mosque, off rue de la Kasbah, Marrakech, Morocco
As featured in 3 days in Marrakech
Ranked #35 of 96 attractions in Marrakech
3.5 of 5 stars 57 Reviews
Type: Cemeteries, Architectural Buildings
Fee: Yes
Owner description: The Saadian Tombs are located just outside Marrakech and were constructed during the reign of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur in the late 16th century. This is... more » Owner description: The Saadian Tombs are located just outside Marrakech and were constructed during the reign of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur in the late 16th century. This is the resting place of al-Mansur, his family, and other notable officials from that era. These tombs were discovered in 1917; restoration began shortly thereafter. Today, much of its original splendour has been restored. « less
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Brighton
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

We enjoyed the entrance passageway and the thought that this had kept these old tombs a secret. However it is discovered now and is thronged with tourists. it is worth a visit but it will probably not detain you for long. Look out for the skillful mosaic restorer hidden away.

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Admission fee may not be much, but there are many more much better places available to spend your time.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Lovely place but it's a very small site so there's not too much to see and it can become very busy when a tour group comes along. The guides are very knowledgeable but did ask for money so ignore them if you don't want to pay extra!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

First things first, a lot of people complain about how small this attraction is. Yes it is very small, but it costs less than £1, so some people clearly expect too much! We spent about fifteen minutes here, and as many have said, the tombs are beautiful and make sure you look up as the ceilings are amongst the most... More

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

A small site down a narrow alleyway next to the Kasbah Mosque, it is not well signposted (no different from any of the other tourist sites in Marrakech!). We actually found it by following a school party who seemed to be heading in the general direction! The simple, unadorned Carrera marble tombs are set in polycrome-tiled chambers with ornate doorways,... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

Very ancient , very beutiful tiles , don't miss out it is a moorish style tombs!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

A very small site which only takes about half an hour but is well worth a visit. Only costs 10 Moroccan Dirhams (about 75p) entry and should not be missed. Houses 66 royal tombs unknown to the outside world until the 1920's. There is a prayer hall and the 'hall of 12 columns' decorated with stucco and tiles. The tombs... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

The Saadian tombs in Marrakech date back to Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur in the late 16th century. The tombs were lost and only discovered in 1917 and were restored. The tombs have, because of the their decoration consisting of Italian marble, have become a major attraction for visitors of Marrakech. Entry is only 10 dhs but there is little information once... More

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Corsham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012
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There is very little advertising for these tombs in Marrakech and they take a little bit to find but they are well worth it as they are a stunning example of Islamic art. They were walled up in the 17th century and not found again until aerial photography in 1917 revealed their existence. As a result they are reached by... More

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Gloucester
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

was ok bit hard to locate and was bit small was only 10dhm to get in though

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