Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco
Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco
During our visit to Rabat in Morocco we spent a short time visiting the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. This is one of many magnificent buildings we saw during our visit. I particularly liked the guards on duty, like the one in the entrance shown in the photo above, and those on horses shown below.
In the coming days I will show more photos of the mausoleum, including some of the mosaic artistry and even photos taken inside this beautiful building.
Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco
Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco
Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco
Mausoleum of Mohammed V in Rabat, Morocco
The last place we visited while in Rabat was the mausoleum of Mohammed V. He was born in 1909 and was sultan of Morocco from 1927 until 1953 when he was exiled. On his return from exile in 1955 he was again recognised as the sultan until he became king in 1957. He remained king until his death in 1961 and is buried in the magnificent mausoleum shown in today’s photos. In the coming days I will shown more of this magnificent building, both inside and outside.
Mausoleum of Mohammed V in Rabat, Morocco
Mausoleum of Mohammed V in Rabat, Morocco
What is inside those windows?
Windows in the Kasbah des Oudaias, Rabat, Morocco
Whenever we travel, whether that be here in Australia, or in exotic places like Spain or Morocco, I am fascinated by the amazing variety of architectural styles. In many cases I am moved to take photos – if time permits. In addition to the general style of each building, I also take an interest in the various embellishments people make to their homes or other forms of buildings.
On our visit to Rabat in Morocco we were on a guided tour through the twisted lanes and narrow streets of the Kasbah de Oudaias. This pair of windows made me stop and take a photo.
Immediately the writer in me checked in: who lived behind these windows? What was their story? What tales of love, loss or delight could they tell? I guess I’ll never know; I’ll just have to write my own story.
The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco
Inside the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco
On our first full day of our tour of Morocco in 2011 we visited the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. Normally I wouldn’t go out of my way to visit a mosque, but I am so pleased that we were able to spend some time in this amazing building. Over recent days I have shared many of the photos taken during that visit and today I have another set of them. The photos can never do justice to the artistry and amazing architectural design, nor does it adequately show the enormous size of this structure. They claim that it cope accommodate 25,000 worshippers at the one time, and I can well believe it.
Inside the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco
Inside the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco
Inside the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco
The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco
Inside the Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca, Morocco
The enormous mosque in Casablanca is one of the most beautiful and magnificent buildings I’ve ever seen. The sheer size of the building is the first thing that impresses the visitor when even a hundred metres away. As you approach it, the building looms elegantly into the sky, and upon entering the main hall, the enormous structure takes one’s breath away.
That is not the end of it. Everywhere you look the stunning artistry and amazing architectural design is mesmerising. No wonder I took so many photos during our brief stay. I’ll share some more tomorrow.
Inside the Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca, Morocco
Inside the Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca, Morocco