Mausoleum of Mohammed V
The stately tomb of one of Morocco's monarchs and his two sons is the Mausoleum of Mohammed V in Rabat.
The Mausoleum of Mohammed V is a white edifice with green tiles that was commissioned by King Hassan II in 1962 and finished in 1971. The tomb is elaborately decorated on the inside and features a plethora of traditional artwork. It was created by Vietnamese architect Cong Vo Toan to evoke a sense of Moroccan identity while also paying homage to Moroccan artisans' superior skill.
Traditional Moorish arches, white marble, and the omnipresent sekba pattern prevalent throughout Morocco are used in the design. The rectangular open-sided pavilion to the west was built as a museum for the Alouite dynasty, and the mosque in the middle was built purposefully low so that the surrounding structures could be seen.
The Mausoleum of Mohammed V is also the ultimate resting place of King Hassan II and Prince Abdallah, Mohammed V's two sons, in addition to its namesake.
The tomb complex is open from sunrise to night and is pretty impressive. Visitors are encouraged to dress respectfully, as are the royal guards, who wear dress uniforms (long clothes, covered shoulders, and ideally a headscarf for women). A gallery allows visitors to see the mausoleum from above. The Hassan Tower, which is located right behind the mausoleum complex, is a must-see.
Location: 25FH+3C2, Rabat, Morocco.
