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Meknes Medina

Meknes, Morocco
5/52 44 26
Ranked #3 of 4 attractions in Meknes
4.5 of 5 stars 41 Reviews
Type: Neighbourhoods, Historic Sites
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Stairs / lift, Activities for older children
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Stroud, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Smaller scale than Marrakesh but still huge variety in stalls etc.

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Los Angeles, CA
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72 reviews 72 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
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This Medina is a bit less hectic than those in Fez and Marrakech. That said, our guide was this aggressive about making a sale of carpets to our party. Once one of us indicated that he might want a rug, the guide took us immediately to a carpet store. Not only did the person in the store launch into selling... More

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Sydney, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
1
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Not so big that you get lost, helpful people,beautiful alleys and doorways. The Medersa is stunning and only 10 DH to enter and take all the photos you want.

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Blankenberge
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

The medina of Meknes is a maze, it is very easy to lose your way!

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San Francisco Bay Area, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

Easy to navigate and not get lost. Smaller than other cities which is the charm. The city and its Medina need several slow and easy days to appreciate. walking is eays. People are friendly. As all over too many touts, some persistent. Most sidle up pretending to want nothing then ask for Dirham after doing next to nothing. A few... More

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Ischgl, Tirol, Austria
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2011
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medina si great - is not so big - no labyrint. Is very calm a pleasant...

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marrakech
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2011
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person found this review helpful

meknes was the capital of the kingdom , under the rule of the alaouite king Moulay ismail, between 1672 and 1728.you need at least 3 hours to visit the following, the mausoleum. the graneries, bab mansour and the souks by lahdim square.

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New York
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2011
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Bustling city with busy roads right up to the Medina. Step off the road into the alleys and step back in time. A crush of colours, smells, people and experiences. Small enough to wander around without worrying about getting lost - just ask the way back to the main square outside and start again. We didn't have time to see... More

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australia
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92 reviews 92 reviews
Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011
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Lovely small medina, No hassles from stall holders make it a pleasure to wander around. The dar Jamai museum has limited signage and information but has some interesting pieces. Upstairs are a lovely furnished lounge, bedroom and music room which gives a good appreciation of earlier times as a palace. The merdersa bou inania is beautiful, and you are able... More

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Baarlo, The Netherlands
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011
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you feel free to walk around, not disturbed by to many people looking for your money..

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