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Mahkama du Pacha
Best time to visit
Go in the early morning on weekdays to avoid tour groups and occasional state ceremonies, and to catch softer light on the tilework.
Budget tips
Small on-site admission fee payable in Moroccan dirhams, carry cash as card machines are often not available; ask at the entrance about guided-tour surcharges and any local free-entry times.
Recommended for
Architecture lovers, History buffs, Photography enthusiasts, Cultural travelers
Plan your visit
30-45 min
About
Korte feiten: Inside, carved cedar ceilings and jewel-like zellij tiles scatter color across sunlit marble floors, making the place feel more like a palace than a courthouse. Echoing footsteps and the scent of polished wood remind visitors of its ceremonial use, while tiny brass studs and filigreed windows invite long, close-up looks.
Hoogtepunten: Step inside and a wave of warmed cedar and orange-blossom air meets you while jewel-toned stained glass scatters ruby and emerald light across carved wooden ceilings and honeyed zellij mosaics. Locals still whisper about the long, silent ritual of stamping official parchments in a dim back room, a practice that once required a single Pasha's signature and a brass seal the size of a dessert plate.
Insider tips
- Wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees to respect local customs and speed entry.
- Ask permission before photographing staff or official events, but focus on close-up zellij and carved ceilings for the best shots.
- Visit right at opening on weekdays to avoid large guided groups and get uninterrupted views of the main hall.
- Combine the stop with a walk around the Habous quarter and a mint tea at a nearby café to make the most of the area.
Practical info
Klik om een GRATIS wandeltocht te boeken in Casablanca, Morocco
De beste manier om een stad te ervaren met een lokale gids.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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