Bab Aghmat, City gate in Marrakesh, Morocco
The southeastern gate of Marrakesh features a robust stone construction with a roofed vestibule and an internal courtyard within its fortified walls.
Built in 1126 by Almoravid ruler Ali ibn Yusuf, this gate served as a primary entrance point in the original defensive walls of Marrakesh.
The gate bears the name of Aghmat, the former Almoravid capital, reflecting the historical connection between these two Moroccan settlements.
Visitors can climb the northeastern staircase to reach the rooftop, which provides views over the adjacent Jewish cemetery and Mellah district.
The gate originally incorporated a 180-degree bent passage design, which created a symmetrical layout along the axis of the city wall.
Location: Marrakesh
GPS coordinates: 31.62386,-7.97456
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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