Morocco, one of the cradles of civilization.
Trace back through the history of mankind by visiting our prestigious sites. They demonstrate the wide variety of influences which have shaped our country since the dawn of time.
Early man
The Atlantic coast of Morocco was already inhabited by man in Prehistory. Several successive civilizations prospered there: the Acheuleans, the Mousterians, the Aterians, etc. Reliefs of their hunts, their tools and their bones are moving testimonies to the history of Humanity. Take a tour around the Archaeological Museum of Rabat to share in these pages from our universal history.
Ancient interest
During the era of ancient exploration, the fertile wadis and natural ports attracted the Phoenicians and Greeks to the island of Mogador opposite Essaouira, Lixus or Kouass (near Tangiers). Rome could not ignore such a generous coast. Soon, temples, forums and spas fashioned the appearance of towns such as Sala (Rabat) or Ksar Seghir (Tangier)
Luxury and prosperity
Volubilis is possibly one of the highpoints of our heritage, a major historical site located not far from Meknès. This site, on the Unesco world heritage list, testifies among other things to the intense activity of the Roman luxury industry, a perfect introduction to which are its magnificently decorated villas and delicate mosaics. History unveils its secrets everywhere you look…
Andalusian nostalgia
Originating from the Berber village of Tinmel (to be visited from Marrakech), the Almohads took back Morocco from the Almoravids before extending their empire from the Maghreb to Muslim Spain (Andalusia). Moroccan towns owe them their walls and monumental gates, built in a quality that may still be admired today.
To remember
Morocco has arisen from a melting pot of cultures and architectural periods. Stroll around the sites and feel this turbulent history.
