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8 reasons why hassan II mosque tops the casablanca travel bucket list

Posted on January 8, 2019 by Rama Arya
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This is what the Hassan II Mosque on the shores of the ice-blue Atlantic Ocean in Morocco’s northern coast looked like when I landed up at its doorstep one wintry morning in November. ❤

Can you blame me if my camera and I went a little berserk with joy!

It had rained the previous day. With the sun now out, it was as if the world had been painted afresh and the sky and the sea truly met at “god’s throne.” Wonder what I am talking about? Do read on. Continue reading →

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Posted in Exploring our World, Morocco | Tagged Alaouite Dynasty, Casablanca Attractions, Hassan II Mosque, Hassan II Mosque Design, Hassan II Mosque Funding, Islamic Architecture, King Hassan II, Largest Mosque in Africa, Moroccan Architecture, Tallest Minaret in World, Visit Morocco, Zellige | 6 Replies

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