Lalla Ghriba Mosque, Fez

#49 among attractions in Fez

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The Lalla Ghriba Mosque is one of the main neighbourhood mosques of Fes el-Jdid, a part of the historic medina of Fes, Morocco. The mosque was founded in 1408, under the reign of the Marinid sultan Abu Sa'id Uthman III. ()

Coordinates: 34°3'23"N, 4°58'16"W

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Lalla Ghriba Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: R'cif Mosque, Mosque of the Andalusians, Mnebhi Palace, Borj Sud.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lalla Ghriba Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Borj Sud, Fez (5 min walk), Hammam al-Mokhfiya, Fez (8 min walk), Zawiya of Sidi Abdelkader al-Fassi, Fez (9 min walk), Dar Moqri, Fez (10 min walk).

How to get to Lalla Ghriba Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lalla Ghriba Mosque:

Bus

Grande taxi Taza (17 min walk)
Fes Bab Jiaf (23 min walk)

Train

Fès-Médina (22 min walk)