Borj Belkari, Meknes

Name: Borj Belkari
Address: Meknes, Morocco

#7 among attractions in Meknes

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Borj Belkari is a bastion tower built in the 17th century as a part of the defensive walls of the Kasbah of Sultan Moulay Ismail in Meknes, Morocco. Since 2003 this tower holds the museum of pottery. ()

Coordinates: 33°53'15"N, 5°34'3"W

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Borj Belkari – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kasbah of Moulay Ismail, Dar Jamai Museum, Bab el-Khemis, Lalla Aouda Mosque.

0.7 miSE
Palace
Kasbah of Moulay Ismail, Meknes
19 min walk • The Kasbah of Moulay Ismail is a historical citadel located in the heart of Meknes, Morocco. It stands as a monumental legacy of Sultan Moulay Ismail, who made Meknes the capital of Morocco during his reign in the 17th and 18th centuries.
0.4 miN
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Dar Jamai Museum, Meknes
11 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Meknes, Morocco, the Dar Jamai Museum stands as a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage. This ornate palace, transformed into a museum in 1920, was originally built in 1882 by the Jamai family, who were prominent figures...
~1970 ftNW
City gate
Bab el-Khemis, Meknes
10 min walk • Bab el-Khemis is a significant historical gateway located in the vibrant city of Meknes, Morocco. This imposing gate, whose name translates to "Thursday Gate," stands as a testament to the rich history and architectural prowess that Meknes is known for.
0.6 miNE
Mosque
Lalla Aouda Mosque, Meknes
16 min walk • The Lalla Aouda Mosque is a historical and architectural gem nestled in the heart of Meknes, one of Morocco's imperial cities. Established in the 18th century during the reign of Sultan Moulay Ismail, this mosque stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious...
0.5 miN
Mosque
Grand Mosque of Meknes, Meknes
13 min walk • The Grand Mosque of Meknes is the historic main mosque of the old city of Meknes, Morocco. It is the largest and most important mosque in the old city and one of its oldest monuments.
0.6 miN
Historical place, Museum, Vernacular architecture
Bou Inania Madrasa, Meknes
15 min walk • The Bou Inania Madrasa is a historic madrasa in the city of Meknes, Morocco. The building, well-preserved thanks to later restorations, is considered an excellent example of the richly-decorated madrasas of the Marinid period.
0.8 miN
Mosque
Bab al-Barda'in, Meknes
22 min walk • Bab al-Barda'in or Bab Berdaïne is the northern gate of the historic medina of Meknes, Morocco.
~1740 ftNE
33°53'27"N • 5°33'48"W
Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, Meknes
9 min walk • Museum, Historical place
0.4 miNE
33°53'33"N • 5°33'53"W
Bab Mansour, Meknes
10 min walk • City gate, Art gallery, Museum
0.9 miNE
Mosque
Bab Berdieyinne Mosque, Meknes
23 min walk • The Bab Berdieyinne Mosque is a mosque in the old city of Meknes, Morocco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The mosque was built in the early 18th century on the orders of Morocco's first female minister, Khnata bent Bakkar, and was constructed of rammed earth.
0.4 miN
33°53'35"N • 5°33'56"W
Place Hedim, Meknes
11 min walk • Historical place

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Which popular attractions are close to Borj Belkari?

Nearby attractions include Rabbi Meir Toledano Synagogue in Meknes, Meknes (6 min walk), Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, Meknes (9 min walk), Bab el-Khemis, Meknes (10 min walk), Bab Mansour, Meknes (10 min walk).

How to get to Borj Belkari by public transport?

The nearest stations to Borj Belkari:

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Riad • Lines: N11, N12, N21, N23, N3, N7 (3 min walk)
Terminus Lahdim • Lines: N10, N11, N12, N21, N22, N23, N24, N3, N5, N6, N7, N9 (5 min walk)