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Reviews of Kasbah des Oudayas
Bogumiła PanKot - 5
Kasbah of the Oudaias is a kasbah in Rabat. It is located on a hill at the mouth of the Bou Regreg opposite Sale, and adjacent to the Mesina quoter of Rabat. It is listed, along with other sites in Rabat, as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Mohamed MOUSTACHAR - 5
About fifteen minutes (on foot) from the center of the city of Rabat, at the left mouth of the Bouregreg stands a real fortress dating from the 12th century: the Qasbah des Oudayas. With its monumental Almohad door, the kasbah remains a striking site offering visitors unprecedented beauty. It includes an Andalusian-style garden, a museum, riyads and ancient mosques. . The Andalusian influence is omnipresent: the walls uniformly covered with lime, the dominant blue color, the well-maintained and paved streets, the massive doors in multiple colors, the wrought iron... The Qasbah des Oudayas, classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO, has become a haven of peace and inspiration for many artists from Morocco and around the world. Visitors are seduced as much by the beauty of the site as by its soothing tranquility. The great attraction of the kasbah is undoubtedly its famous Café Maure which can be accessed by taking the meandering streets. An unmissable place where visitors can sip succulent mint tea while tasting delicious almond cakes. Offering, at the mouth of the Bouregreg, a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean and the town of Salé, the square remains a recommended place to relax and contemplate the coming and going of the boats between the two banks.
Rezwana Malik - 5
A breathtaking place with incredible views of the sea, almost felt like a mini Greece. We went during the night which was a different kind of beauty, but I'm sure the daytime visit would also be just as amazing. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Rabat!
David Smith - 5
The former seaside fortress, which dates back to the 12th century, boasts whitewashed buildings and stunning views over the sea.
Michał - 1
It’s good to be cautious there. Place is pleasant, but meeting the scammer may damage the whole impression. There are people who pretend being guides. They may show even some (probably) fake ID. Don’t reply when they start a conversation. They start to show around the place and after that you go further to the Kasbah of the Udayas. You can expect hearing from a fake guide something about history of the place and other interesting facts. Moreover, they may show you some indoor places like bakery. After that they want to charge a big fee. In my situation he wanted 350 dirhams. It’s ridiculous, because in the beginning there is no talking about the money. He was rather pretending like he was the guide hired there who wants to show you around. Just don’t react when they approach you.
