Saadian Tombs Marrakesh, Morocco

This site next to the old kasbah in Marrakesh was used for burials throughout the Saadian period (beginning 1557), then sealed up for centuries. It contains two mausoleums and nearly 200 tiled tombs of royals.

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Exterior corner with decorated roofline at the Saadian Tombs, Marrakesh, Morocco. David Joyal all photos →
Location map of Saadian Tombs, Marrakesh, Morocco. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Saadian Tombs, Marrakesh, Morocco. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
Marrakesh, Morocco
Coordinates
31.6175336° N, 7.9915670° W map · aerial

Article Info

Page Title
Saadian Tombs
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
September 29, 2023