Sealed up and hidden from sight for several centuries, the magnificent Saadian Tombs have retained much of their original splendor and are a must-see attraction in Marrakech. The earliest tomb in the complex dates back to 1557 and the buildings were constructed between 1578 and 1603. After the tombs were sealed up around 1672 they lay undisturbed until 1917 when they were rediscovered and fully restored. Today you can see over 66 tombs laid out in the main two mausoleums and a further 100 brilliantly tiled tombs in the gardens. Built to be the final resting place of the Saadian royalty, the mausoleums are richly decorated with fine carving and beautiful zellij tiles, reminiscent of the décor found in the Alhambra in Granada, which was built 200 years earlier.

Address: Saadian Tombs, Marrakech, off Rue de la Kasbah, Morocco, Phone: +21-26-54-57-22-05

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