Exploring Casablanca - The Hassan II Mosque, Cost 800 million euros | Morocco ???????? EP 02
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Life in Morocco - The Land of Colors
Morocco, a country that bridges the African continent with the European world, stands as a captivating mosaic of cultural richness, historical depth, and geographical diversity. In this video, we'll discuss everything about Morocco - Moroccan food, Moroccan culture, Moroccan life. We'll explore their cities like Marrakech, Fez, Rabat, and more.
MOROCCO TRAVEL DOCUMENTARY | The Grand Moroccan Roadtrip
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From sweeping sand dunes to desolate highways of emptiness, bustling cities, and snow-covered peaks, we explored Morocco from north to south and east to west. Driving more than 10,000 km in eight weeks, our roadtrip included many unforgettable adventures. Watch as we explore remote landscapes, climb high peaks, battle breath-taking dust-topias (double pun, yeah!), and navigate the hectic bustle of Morocco’s major cities.
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Duration of trip: 53 days
Distance driven: 10,431 km
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Time of year: January-March
Total cost: Roughly 6800 Euro (Fuel 2000 Euro, Ferries Genua-Tanger Med 2480 Euro, Activities 230 Euro, Tolls, Taxi & Parking 50 Euro, Mobile Internet 58 Euro, Accommodation 310 Euro (excluding stay at La Sultana), Food & Drink ca. 1600 Euro)
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Despite our attempt at keeping our Morocco Travel Documentary as authentic as possible, you are still watching a highlight reel. When editing, we naturally tend to choose the most exciting videos. What you don’t see are the hours spent driving through less spectacular landscapes or some of the unpleasant challenges we faced.
Did we like everything about Morocco?
Far from it. As mentioned in the video, the huge amount of trash definitely dampened our experience. Additionally, we were surprised by the sheer number of begging children. During our trip, we counted a minimum of 500 children asking us for money or sweets. While Morocco undoubtedly has to combat poverty, this behavior often seemed less dictated by need and more by opportunity. Stopping and giving is an individual choice, of course, but when we didn’t we were regularly flipped off, kicked after, or hurled insults at.
In general, though, we perceived most Moroccans as extremely friendly and helpful. The best example is the three local men who selflessly helped us to change our ruptured tire. We cannot thank them enough.
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This trip was entirely self-funded. However, we did enjoy a two-night complimentary stay at La Sultana Oualidia and a two-night complimentary stay at La Sultana Marrakech.
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00:00 Intro
01:19 Arrival
01:30 Chefchaouen
02:45 Talassemtane National Park
04:12 Mediterranean Coastline
06:40 Into the Sahara Desert
08:20 Seclusion of the desert
10:24 Towards Iche
11:20 No Drones allowed
11:52 Desert Cauliflower
12:25 Figuig
13:34 Snow in the desert
14:35 The importance of water
15:16 Rheris Gorge
16:20 Khettara aka Foggara
17:17 Gara Medouar
18:00 Erg Chebbi
24:06 Taouz to M'hamid
24:38 Lost City
25:39 Arabian Camels
27:30 Taouz to M'hamid
29:25 Erg Lehoudi
30:40 Erg Zaher
33:00 Dust-Topia
33:55 Erg Chegaga
35:58 Donkeys
37:05 Rock formations near Foum-Zguid
38:01 Cleaning the air filter
38:35 Rock Carvings of Aït Ouazik
39:46 Jbel Saghro
41:40 Barbary Ground Squirrels
41:58 Todgha Gorge
42:30 Akhiamm Rock Arch
43:03 Dadès Gorge
44:12 Valley of Roses
45:22 Rammed earth architecture
45:50 Desert rain
46:33 Western Sahara
48:33 Dhakla
48:54 Border to Mauritania
50:05 Assalama Shipwreck
50:31 Khenfiss National Park
51:46 Ksar Tafnidilt
52:18 Plage Blanche 4x4 Trail
57:54 Argan Tree
58:25 Amtoudi
58:57 Anti-Atlas
59:24 Painted Rocks of Tafraout
01:00:24 Souss-Massa National Park
01:01:37 Essaouria
01:03:10 La Sultana Oualidia
01:05:26 Hammam Treatment
01:06:00 Lagoon of Oualidia
01:06:48 Marrakesh
01:07:30 Djemaa el Fna
01:09:10 Bahia Palace
01:09:42 La Sultana Marrakesh
01:11:13 Saadian Tombs
01:11:42 Storks
01:12:26 Climbing Mount Toubkal
01:16:55 Tizi'n'Test Mountain Pass & High Atlas
01:18:19 Aït-Ben-Haddou
01:19:28 Ouzoud Falls
01:20:00 Aguelmam Azegza National Park
01:20:17 Morocco's Trash Problem
01:20:51 Barbary Macaques
01:22:03 Fès
01:22:27 Tanneries of Fès
01:25:12 Volubulis
01:26:43 Rabat
01:28:07 Outro
Casablanca, Rabat & Chefchaouen - Marokko Teil 2 [Morocco]
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Nach Marrakesch fahren wir in den Norden Marokkos. Unser erster Stop ist Casablanca, wo wir uns die Moschee Hassan II. ansehen. Im Anschluss entdecken wir die Sehenswürdigkeiten von Rabat und fahren weiter in die blaue Stadt, Chefchaouen.
Was wir uns unterwegs alles ansehen seht ihr in diesem Video.
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00:00 Intro
00:31 Casablanca - Hassan II. Moschee
02:16 Rabat - Kasbah des Oudayas
03:07 Rabat - Hassan Turm & Mausoleum
03:46 Rabat - Leuchtturm & Promenade
04:06 Zwischenfazit
04:34 Chefchaouen - Erste Eindrücke
05:20 Chefchaouen - Medina
06:09 Chefchaouen - Kasbah
06:36 Chefchaouen - Spanische Moschee
07:10 Outtakes
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After Marrakech we are going to the north of Morocco. Our first stop is Casablanca, where we are visiting the mosque Hassan II. Afterwards we discover the sights of Rabat and continue in Chefchaouen, the blue city. If you want to know what places we are visiting along our journey just watch our video.
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00:00 Intro
00:31 Casablanca - Hassan II. Mosque
02:16 Rabat - Kasbah des Oudayas
03:07 Rabat - Hassan Tower & Mausoleum
03:46 Rabat - Lighthouse & Promenade
04:06 Interim conclusion
04:34 Chefchaouen - First impressions
05:20 Chefchaouen - Medina
06:09 Chefchaouen - Kasbah
06:36 Chefchaouen - Spanish Mosque
07:10 Outtakes
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Monumental Treasures of the World 2 Vacation Travel Video Guide
Documentary about monumental treasures around the world.
Pisa is a Renaissance city in western Tuscany located at the mouth of the River Arno and where historic monuments acknowledge the glory of this former maritime power. A place of remarkable monuments that also contains the artistic treasures of various Italian cities. Both spiritual and worldly treasures are in total harmony. The Piazza Di Miracoli – The Square of Miracles – encircles the majestic Leaning Tower. Several historic places of interest and ancient buildings such as the impressive, Tour Hassan, are to be found in Rabat, the capital of Morocco. The entrance gates to this area are protected by proud Horse Guards in traditional uniform. Their sharp-pointed lances symbolize the historic military power of the former leaders of the Almohad Dynasty and the largest mosque in North Africa was built here. Today the vast marble floor and the bases of several pillars indicate the huge dimensions of the unfinished mosque. In the East Asian landscape of Myanmar, formerly Burma, is a proud and historic landmark. After a fascinating hour long boat trip on the country’s largest river, the Ayeyarwady, we arrive at Mingun. This friendly and hospitable village is well known by both foreign and native visitors. Typical bullock carts are perfect for a journey into this region’s past. Mezquita Cathedral is one of the most important historical monuments in Cordoba, a beautiful city in southern Spain and former residence of the Moorish Caliphs. This was once their centre of power and in 756 A.D. Abderramán The First founded the Omaijad Empire of Al Andalus. Lying to the south of the Caribbean island of Cuba, Trinidad was founded by the Spaniard, Velazquez, as a third settlement. In the eighteenth century, and as an intermediate stop prior to the conquest of Mexico, the city experienced wealth and recognition through the cultivation of sugar cane. The Venice of the Far East: this is the affectionate description given to the historic old Chinese town of Lijiang in the north west province of Yunnan. Dayan, Lijiang’s old town, contains an intriguing variety of canals and waterways.
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Maroc, une civilisation millénaire - Marrakech - Essaouira - Dakhla - Tanger - Documentaire AMP
Le Maroc est un pays aux multiples facettes : des montagnes grandioses, de vastes déserts, des palais somptueux, des dunes de sable majestueuses, des souks aux effluves épicés, des cités antiques témoins d’un passé glorieux.
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De médina en casbah, ce pays exalte tous les sens.
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DIY Destinations (4K) - Morocco Budget Travel Show | Full Episode
Charles and Sarah is on an epic adventure in Morocco on a tight budget, visiting Marrakesh, Merzouga Sahara Desert, Fes, Chefchaouen, Tangier and Casablanca. Featuring best free and must see attractions: El Badii Palace, Bahia Palace, Jemaa El-Fna, AIt Benhaddou, Fes El Bali, Chouara Tannery, Musee Batha, Borj Nord, Akchour Waterfall, Cape Spartel, Hercules Cave, Hassan II Mosque. We also taking a tour of the making of the argan oil and Berber rugs. Also showcase local cuisine in many of the Barber Market such as such as tagine, pastilla, kebabs brochettes, kefta, snail soup, m'smmen pancake. As well as getting around easily by bus and train and inexpensively.
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RABAT, Africa’s City of the Future! We Did Not Expect THIS in MOROCCO!
Welcome to MOROCCO! Our First Time in The Continent of AFRICA! We left Casablanca and arrived in the capital city…RABAT! We know most people would have thought the capital was Marrakech, but no! Rabat is sleek, clean and not what we expected! From there we made our way to the beautiful blue city of ChefChaouen!
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Majestic Fes: A Guided Exploration of Morocco's Imperial City
Welcome to an action packed travel vlog as we go on a guided tour of the crazy city of Fes, Morocco. Join me, accompanied by our knowledgeable Intrepid tour guide and a local city guide handpicked by Intrepid travel, as we unravel the rich history and vibrant culture of this overwhelming (in a good way) destination.
Our journey begins at the magnificent Fes Royal Palace, the former residence of Moroccan sultans. Full of grandeur and architectural splendour. Next, we'll ascend to a great viewpoint that offers a panoramic vista of the entire city, allowing us to soak in the beauty of Fes from above and understand more behind how the city grew.
Our adventure continues with a visit to Art Naji, an artisanal pottery workshop. Discover the diverse artistic techniques, ranging from the freehand Berber designs to the precise stencils used in Arabic art.
Fes medina is next where we venture through its bustling alleys and labyrinthine streets. The legendary Fes Souks await us, a sensory overload of sights, sounds, and scents. We explore the vibrant markets brimming with spices and traditional Moroccan handicrafts. We begin our exploration in Fes el-Bali, the oldest part of the city, and make our way to the lively Place Seffarine, known for its copperware trade.
A highlight of our tour includes a visit to the world-renowned Chouara Tannery, where we'll witness the traditional process of leather tanning and observe the skilled workers in action. Najjariyyin Square and the historic Funduq al Najjarin, now transformed into a pretty museum, are also on our itinerary. Delve into the intriguing history of the caravanserai and admire its magnificent architecture.
Our journey culminates with a visit to the magnificent Al Attarine Madrasa, a 14th-century center of learning that continues to captivate visitors with its timeless charm. But that's not all—prepare for a surprise as we embark on a delightful shopping experience in Fes Souk. You won't believe the charm and humour of the salesman who adds an unexpected twist to our retail therapy!
0:00 Intro
0:42 Palace
2:06 Viewpoint
3:12 Art Naji
4:59 Medina Logistics
6:35 Different sections of the souks
7:48 Belek!
8:21 Chouara Tannery
10:13 Funduq al Najjarin
11:29 Shrine of Moulay Idriss
12:00 Al Attarine Madrasa
13:20 Shopping experience
Morocco Travel Myths & Tips 2023
Hey there! This week we are back with the very last video in our Morocco series, and this time we’re going to be dispelling some common myths about Morocco and dishing out our very best travel tips in the hopes that it helps with you planning your own trip.
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【B級グルメ】アフリカの激ウマ屋台めし4選、モロッコ、エチオピア、エジプト
地球の国全部行く！
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コーヒーの儀式とは？
クレープの上にカラフルな食材は一体何？
壺のような鍋の蒸し料理
ごちゃ混ぜのエジプトの国民食は最高！
アフリカは広大で54か国もありますが内戦をしている国、治安が非常に悪い国も多く、旅行できる国は限られています。
私は今までアフリカ13か国を訪問しており、アフリカのその国にしかない独特な料理、食文化に触れ感動しました。
死ぬまでに是非現地で食べてほしい激ウマのアフリカB級グルメ4選をお伝えします！
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1：17 コーヒーの元祖「エチオピアコーヒー」
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4:34 アフリカB級グルメ「インジェラ」
8:04 アフリカB級グルメ「タジン」
12:15 モロッコのハイライト「マラケシュ」
15:03 アフリカB級グルメ「コシャリ」
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Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca, Morocco, Africa
The Hassan II Mosque or Grande Mosquée Hassan II is a mosque in Casablanca, Morocco. It is the largest mosque in Morocco and Africa and the 7th largest in the world. Its minaret is the world's tallest at 210 metres (689 ft). Completed in 1993, it was designed by Michel Pinseau and built by Bouygues. The minaret is 60 stories high topped by a laser, the light from which is directed towards Mecca. The mosque stands on a promontory looking out to the Atlantic Ocean, the sea bed being visible through the glass floor of the building's hall. The walls are of hand-crafted marble and the roof is retractable. A maximum of 105,000 worshippers can gather together for prayer: 25,000 inside the mosque hall and another 80,000 on the mosque's outside grounds. The mosque is located at Bd Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdallah in Casablanca. The 9-hectare (22-acre) complex nestles between the harbor and the El Hank lighthouse. From the nearest train station at Casa-Port it is about a 20-minute walk to the mosque. The ten-lane boulevard with shopping avenues has its terminus at the southern facade of the mosque and extends to the gates of the Palace Oued el Makhazine in the middle of the city. The basilical plan of the mosque justifies this layout of the boulevard. The mosque rises above the Atlantic Ocean. The building is built partially on land and partially over the ocean. This siting was accomplished by creating a platform linking a natural rock outcrop reclaimed from the sea, where a swimming pool had previously been located. Two large breakwaters were also built, to protect the mosque from the erosive action of the ocean waves, which can be up to 10 metres (33 ft) in height. A temporary pier 800 metres (2,600 ft) in length had to be erected to protect the foundations of the pillars from the sea during the construction period. Its environmental advantage is that it is free of noise and pollution and receives a fresh breeze from the sea. Apart from the mosque, other structures in the area are a madrasa (Islamic school), hammams (bathhouses), a museum on Moroccan history, conference halls, and a very large library said to be the most comprehensive in the Islamic world. The 41 fountains in the courtyard are all well decorated. The garden around the mosque is well tended and is a popular location for family picnics. The traditionally designed madrasa occupies an area of 4,840 square metres (52,100 sq ft) including the basement. Two stories in height, it is constructed in a semi-circular shape, with abutting qibla wall and the mihrab section. The historical context of the mosque began with the death of King Mohammed V in 1961. King Hassan II had requested for the best of the country's artisans to come forward and submit plans for a mausoleum to honour the departed king; it should reflect the fervor and veneration with which this illustrious man was regarded. In 1980, during his birthday celebrations, Hassan II had made his ambitions very clear for creating a single landmark monument in Casablanca by stating: I wish Casablanca to be endowed with a large, fine building of which it can be proud until the end of time ... I want to build this mosque on the water, because God's throne is on the water. Therefore, the faithful who go there to pray, to praise the creator on firm soil, can contemplate God's sky and ocean. The building was commissioned by King Hassan II to be the most ambitious structure ever built in Morocco. It was designed by the French architect Michel Pinseau who had lived in Morocco, and was constructed by the civil engineering group Bouygues. Work commenced on July 12, 1986, and was conducted over a seven-year period. Construction was scheduled to be completed in 1989 ready for Hassan II's 60th birthday. During the most intense period of construction, 1400 men worked during the day and another 1100 during the night. 10,000 artists and craftsmen participated in building and beautifying the mosque. However, the building was not completed on schedule which delayed inauguration. The formal inauguration was subsequently chosen to be the 11th Rabi' al-thani of the year 1414 of the Hegira, corresponding to 30 August 1993, which also marked the eve of the anniversary of Prophet Muhammad’s birth. It was dedicated to the Sovereign of Morocco. At 210 metres (690 ft) in height the minaret is the tallest religious structure in the world. It has a laser beam fitted at the top, which is electronically operated in the evening. It is oriented towards Mecca, across the sea and has a range of 30 kilometres (19 mi). The minaret is said to enhance the visual alignment of the boulevard. It is square in shape thrusting skyward. The base to the top width ratio of 1 to 8 (between basement and the summit) has a marble covering on the exterior with austere decoration. The faces of the facade have carved ornamentation with different materials. There are stitches of roudani tracetine on a 100,000 MP surface.
Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca, Morocco, Africa
The Hassan II Mosque or Grande Mosquée Hassan II is a mosque in Casablanca, Morocco. It is the largest mosque in Morocco and Africa and the 7th largest in the world. Its minaret is the world's tallest at 210 metres (689 ft). Completed in 1993, it was designed by Michel Pinseau and built by Bouygues. The minaret is 60 stories high topped by a laser, the light from which is directed towards Mecca. The mosque stands on a promontory looking out to the Atlantic Ocean, the sea bed being visible through the glass floor of the building's hall. The walls are of hand-crafted marble and the roof is retractable. A maximum of 105,000 worshippers can gather together for prayer: 25,000 inside the mosque hall and another 80,000 on the mosque's outside grounds. The mosque is located at Bd Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdallah in Casablanca. The 9-hectare (22-acre) complex nestles between the harbor and the El Hank lighthouse. From the nearest train station at Casa-Port it is about a 20-minute walk to the mosque. The ten-lane boulevard with shopping avenues has its terminus at the southern facade of the mosque and extends to the gates of the Palace Oued el Makhazine in the middle of the city. The basilical plan of the mosque justifies this layout of the boulevard. The mosque rises above the Atlantic Ocean. The building is built partially on land and partially over the ocean. This siting was accomplished by creating a platform linking a natural rock outcrop reclaimed from the sea, where a swimming pool had previously been located. Two large breakwaters were also built, to protect the mosque from the erosive action of the ocean waves, which can be up to 10 metres (33 ft) in height. A temporary pier 800 metres (2,600 ft) in length had to be erected to protect the foundations of the pillars from the sea during the construction period. Its environmental advantage is that it is free of noise and pollution and receives a fresh breeze from the sea. Apart from the mosque, other structures in the area are a madrasa (Islamic school), hammams (bathhouses), a museum on Moroccan history, conference halls, and a very large library said to be the most comprehensive in the Islamic world. The 41 fountains in the courtyard are all well decorated. The garden around the mosque is well tended and is a popular location for family picnics. The traditionally designed madrasa occupies an area of 4,840 square metres (52,100 sq ft) including the basement. Two stories in height, it is constructed in a semi-circular shape, with abutting qibla wall and the mihrab section. The historical context of the mosque began with the death of King Mohammed V in 1961. King Hassan II had requested for the best of the country's artisans to come forward and submit plans for a mausoleum to honour the departed king; it should reflect the fervor and veneration with which this illustrious man was regarded. In 1980, during his birthday celebrations, Hassan II had made his ambitions very clear for creating a single landmark monument in Casablanca by stating: I wish Casablanca to be endowed with a large, fine building of which it can be proud until the end of time ... I want to build this mosque on the water, because God's throne is on the water. Therefore, the faithful who go there to pray, to praise the creator on firm soil, can contemplate God's sky and ocean. The building was commissioned by King Hassan II to be the most ambitious structure ever built in Morocco. It was designed by the French architect Michel Pinseau who had lived in Morocco, and was constructed by the civil engineering group Bouygues. Work commenced on July 12, 1986, and was conducted over a seven-year period. Construction was scheduled to be completed in 1989 ready for Hassan II's 60th birthday. During the most intense period of construction, 1400 men worked during the day and another 1100 during the night. 10,000 artists and craftsmen participated in building and beautifying the mosque. However, the building was not completed on schedule which delayed inauguration. The formal inauguration was subsequently chosen to be the 11th Rabi' al-thani of the year 1414 of the Hegira, corresponding to 30 August 1993, which also marked the eve of the anniversary of Prophet Muhammad’s birth. It was dedicated to the Sovereign of Morocco. At 210 metres (690 ft) in height the minaret is the tallest religious structure in the world. It has a laser beam fitted at the top, which is electronically operated in the evening. It is oriented towards Mecca, across the sea and has a range of 30 kilometres (19 mi). The minaret is said to enhance the visual alignment of the boulevard. It is square in shape thrusting skyward. The base to the top width ratio of 1 to 8 (between basement and the summit) has a marble covering on the exterior with austere decoration. The faces of the facade have carved ornamentation with different materials. There are stitches of roudani tracetine on a 100,000 MP surface.
Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca, Morocco, Africa
The Hassan II Mosque or Grande Mosquée Hassan II is a mosque in Casablanca, Morocco. It is the largest mosque in Morocco, the second largest in Africa, and the 5th largest in the world. Its minaret is the world's tallest at 210 metres (689 ft). Completed in 1993, it was designed by Michel Pinseau and built by Bouygues. The minaret is 60 stories high topped by a laser, the light from which is directed towards Mecca. The mosque stands on a promontory looking out to the Atlantic Ocean; worshippers can pray over the sea but there is no glass floor looking into the sea. The walls are of hand-crafted marble and the roof is retractable. A maximum of 105,000 worshippers can gather together for prayer: 25,000 inside the mosque hall and another 80,000 on the mosque's outside ground. At 210 metres (690 ft) in height the minaret is the tallest religious structure in the world. It has a laser beam fitted at the top, which is electronically operated in the evening. It is oriented towards Mecca, across the sea and has a range of 30 kilometres (19 mi). The minaret is said to enhance the visual alignment of the boulevard. It is square in shape thrusting skyward. The base to the top width ratio of 1 to 8 (between basement and the summit) has a marble covering on the exterior with austere decoration. The faces of the facade have carved ornamentation with different materials. There are stitches of roudani tracetine on a 100,000 MP surface. This decorative material, is a substitute for the use of bricks, the material used in many other notable minarets, and has given the mosque an extraordinary elegance. Green tiles decorate the minaret for one third of the height from the top, and then changes colour to deep green or turquoise blue; it is said that in the Hassan II minaret, the designer had used his sea-foam green and God’s blue to celebrate the life of a king. The concrete used for the minaret was a special high-grade type, which could perform well under severe conditions of a combined action of strong wind and seismicity. This was achieved by the Science Department of the Bouygues Group, the contractors for the project, who developed an extra-strength concrete four times stronger than ordinary concrete. Called B.H.P, it offers a resistance to compression value of 1200 bars per sqcm and has a very quick setting time. This enabled the building of a taller structure with due underpinning of the foundation, while adhering to the construction schedule. Cranes were also designed to suit the height of the minaret for concreting.
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
The Mausoleum of Mohammed V contains the tombs of the Moroccan king and his two sons, late King Hassan II and Prince Abdallah. It is located on the opposite side of the Hassan Tower on the Yacoub al-Mansour esplanade in Rabat, Morocco. The building is considered a masterpiece of modern Alaouite dynasty architecture, with its white silhouette, topped by a typical green tiled roof. Its construction was completed in 1971. Hassan II was buried there following his death in 1999.
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