Casablanca, Morocco

Hassan II Mosque & Moroccan Calligraphy

Admire Opulent Interior and Learn About Ancient Islamic Artform Step inside the Hassan II Mosque and visit the Abderrahman Slaoui Museum, dedicated to the art of calligraphy. With your guide, drive through Casablanca‘s vibrant center to the Hassan II Mosque, one of the city‘s architectural masteripieces. Built in 1993, its walls are adorned with handcrafted marble and its towering minaret stands at an imposing 60 stories high at 869 feet. The mosque can accommodate more than 100,000 worshippers inside its grounds. After your visit, continue to the Abderrahman Slaoui Museum, dedicated to the art of calligraphy. View a collection of unique antique jewelry and vintage posters, and witness a master at work during a demonstration using a qalam and inkwell. Take a leisurely stroll through Mohammed V Square and admire the surrounding art deco buildings before boarding your motor coach back to your ship. When visiting religious sites, both men and women should ensure that clothing covers their shoulders and knees. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hou