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Bab Doukkala, Essaouira, Essaouira

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Bab Doukkala, also called Bab Sidi Bouzerktoun or Bab Safi, is a fortified gate of the XVIIIth century located in Essaouira, Morocco. It is one of the main gates of the current medina of Essaouira and is one of the most imposing and symbolic. It is located northeast of the city, in the Mellah of Essaouira.

Coordinates: 31°30'58"N, 9°45'57"W
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Essaouira Morocco

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Bab Doukkala, Essaouira – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Slat Lkahal Synagogue, Portuguese forts, Chaim Pinto Synagogue, Simon Attias Synagogue.

  • slat lkahal synagogue essaouira~690 ftW
    Synagogue

    Slat Lkahal Synagogue, Essaouira

    4 min walk • Nestled within the historic medina of Essaouira, the Slat Lkahal Synagogue stands as a testament to the rich Jewish heritage that once flourished in this Moroccan coastal city. This synagogue, a hidden gem often overlooked by the casual tourist, is an integral part of...

  • portuguese forts essaouira0.7 miSW
    Forts and castles

    Portuguese forts, Essaouira

    19 min walk • Nestled against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, the imposing Portuguese forts of Essaouira stand as a testament to the city's rich history and strategic importance in Morocco. These fortifications, which embody the interweaving of European and Moroccan influences...

  • chaim pinto synagogue essaouira~450 ftW
    Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Synagogue

    Chaim Pinto Synagogue, Essaouira

    3 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of Essaouira, Morocco, the Chaim Pinto Synagogue stands as a testament to the rich Jewish heritage that once flourished in this coastal city. This synagogue, a spiritual and cultural landmark, is named after the revered Rabbi Chaim...

  • simon attias synagogue essaouira~1860 ftSW
    Synagogue

    Simon Attias Synagogue, Essaouira

    9 min walk • The Simon Attias Synagogue is a nineteenth-century synagogue in Essaouira, Morocco, formerly known as Mogador, Morocco. It is also known as the Bet Ha-Knesset Simon Attias, M'sod Attias and Shaarei T'filah. The synagogue was built in 1882.

  • sidi mohammed ben abdallah museum essaouira~1910 ftSW
    Museum, History museum

    Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum, Essaouira

    10 min walk • The Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum is a history museum in the city of Essaouira, Morocco. It was named after the founder of the city, Mohammed ben Abdallah. It is located in 19th century mansion, Rue Laâlouj, a central street of the city of Essaouira.

  • skala de la ville essaouira0.4 miW
    31°30'52"N • 9°46'20"W

    Skala De La Ville, Essaouira

    11 min walk • Forts and castles

  • galeries frederic damgaard essaouira0.4 miSW
    31°30'42"N • 9°46'15"W

    Galeries Frederic Damgaard, Essaouira

    11 min walk • Museum

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Which popular attractions are close to Bab Doukkala, Essaouira?

Nearby attractions include Chaim Pinto Synagogue, Essaouira (3 min walk), Slat Lkahal Synagogue, Essaouira (4 min walk), Simon Attias Synagogue, Essaouira (9 min walk), Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum, Essaouira (10 min walk).

How to get to Bab Doukkala, Essaouira by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bab Doukkala, Essaouira:

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  • Lima Bus 1 2 (1 min walk)
  • Lima Bus 3 4 5 6 (1 min walk)

Where to next? Visit marrakech tensift al haouz Marrakech - Tensift - Al Haouz region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Morocco.

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