Salé, Rabat

Name: Salé
Address: Rabat, Morocco

#26 among attractions in Rabat

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Salé is a city in northwestern Morocco, on the right bank of the Bou Regreg river, opposite the national capital Rabat, for which it serves as a commuter town. Founded in about 1030 by the Banu Ifran, it later became a haven for pirates in the 17th century as an independent republic before being incorporated into Alaouite Morocco. ()

Local name: سلا Coordinates: 34°2'35"N, 6°48'10"W

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Nearby attractions include: Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Hassan Tower, Kasbah of the Udayas, Moulay Slimane Mosque.

1.8 miSW
Richly ornate Alaouite-style mausoleum
Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Rabat
45 min walk • The Mausoleum of Mohammed V is a historical and architectural marvel situated in the heart of Rabat, the capital city of Morocco. This mausoleum serves as the final resting place for three significant figures in Moroccan history: King Mohammed V, his son King Hassan...
1.7 miSW
Ancient, unfinished tower of a mosque
Hassan Tower, Rabat
45 min walk • The Hassan Tower, a majestic minaret standing sentinel in the city of Rabat, Morocco, is an emblematic landmark that speaks of the country's storied past. Rising to an impressive height of 44 meters (about half of its intended 86 meters), this incomplete yet...
2 miSW
City wall, Vernacular architecture, Historical place
Kasbah of the Udayas, Rabat
53 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the Bou Regreg River, the Kasbah of the Udayas is an ancient fortress that stands guard at the entrance to Morocco's capital, Rabat. This historic citadel, with its formidable city walls, is a testament to the rich heritage and strategic...
2.4 miSW
Mosque
Moulay Slimane Mosque, Rabat
61 min walk • The Moulay Slimane Mosque, a mysterious gem of Islamic architecture, rises amidst the narrow streets and bustle of Rabat, the capital of Morocco. Although it may not be as famous as other mosques in the country, it still constitutes an important religious...
2.4 miSW
Church
St. Peter's Cathedral, Rabat
61 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Rabat, Morocco, St. Peter's Cathedral stands as a stunning example of early 20th-century religious architecture. This Roman Catholic cathedral, a beacon of spirituality amidst the bustling streets, represents a harmonious blend of...
1.4 miSW
Theater
Grand Theatre of Rabat, Rabat
36 min walk • The Grand Theatre of Rabat is a large performing arts center under construction in Rabat, the capital city of Morocco. The building is designed by Zaha Hadid and her architectural firm Zaha Hadid Architects. Planning began for the project in 2010 and construction officially started on October 7, 2014.
1.8 miSW
Synagogue
Rabbi Shalom Zaoui synagogue, Rabat
48 min walk • The Rabbi Shalom Zaoui Synagogue is a synagogue located in the Mellah of the medina of Rabat, Morocco. The synagogue is located near Bab Diouana and contiguous to the Andalusian wall of the medina. It was named after Rabbi Shalom Zaoui who was respected and revered by his community, as it used to be his house.
2.1 miSW
Mosque
Great Mosque of Salé, Rabat
54 min walk • The Great Mosque of Salé is a mosque in Salé, Morocco. Covering an area of 5,070 m2, it is the third-largest mosque in Morocco, and was originally built between 1028 and 1029. It has been destroyed and rebuilt several times since the original construction.
1.2 miSW
Park
Bab el-Mrissa, Rabat
30 min walk • Bab el-Mrissa, also known as Bab al-Mellah, is a gate in the city of Salé, Morocco. The gate was commissioned by the Marinid sultan Abu Yusuf Yaqub ibn Abd Al-Haqq between 1270—1280. It is one of the largest as well as the oldest gates in Morocco, and the main landmarks of the city.
3.1 miSW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Stade de FUS, Rabat
81 min walk • The Stade Belvédère, or Stade du FUS, is a multi-use stadium in Rabat, Morocco. It is used mostly for football matches and hosts the home games of FUS de Rabat of the GNF 1. The stadium holds 15,000 spectators.
4.4 miE
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Sports Center of FAR, Rabat
113 min walk • Centre sportif des FAR, is based in the city of Salé, adjoining the city of Rabat, This is the sports centre of the club of ASFAR. The construction of the sports center, covering a total area of 40 hectares, was entrusted to Cater, and completed in 1999.