Chellah

Amazing experience. Definitely must visit when in Rabat. It has ruins from a Muslim as well as a Roman era and it’s just fascinating to see them side by side. A very good stroll through the gardens and very peaceful. It’s a romantic place too, for a walk. We saw storks and even peacocks there!

Great experience discovering the ancient city's and how they were built. There is only one restaurant where you can get a coffee or eat something who happens to have a nice view . Clean place family and kids friendly great for a weekend out .

A wonderful archeological site and it does have a lot of history about three different eras of the Phoenicians, Romans, and Arabs. The gardens were beautiful and we saw a lot of storks! It is based outside central Rabat so quite a pain to get to if you don't have your own car, tickets also seemed a bit unreasonable.

Chellah is such a beautiful place! The views from the outside are stunning, and once you're inside, there's so much history to explore. The ancient city and Merinid complex are fascinating, and the gardens are absolutely gorgeous, a perfect spot for a nice and chill day. The only downside was the mosquitoes outside at night which were pretty annoying. But honestly, it didn’t ruin the experience. I’d definitely recommend visiting if you get the chance!

The Chellah is a medieval fortified Muslim necropolis and ancient archaeological site in Rabat, Morocco, located on the south (left) side of the Bou Regreg estuary. The earliest evidence of the site's occupation suggests that the Phoenicians established a trading emporium here in the first millennium BC. This was later the site of Sala Colonia, an ancient Roman colony in the province of Mauretania Tingitana, before it was abandoned in Late Antiquity. In the late 13th century, the site began to be used as a dynastic necropolis for the Marinid dynasty. By the mid-14th century Marinid sultans had enclosed a part of the site with a new set of walls and built a religious complex inside it to accompany their mausoleums. In the 15th century, the necropolis began to decline, and it suffered damage over the centuries due to earthquakes and looting. Archaeological excavations in the 20th century unearthed the remains of the ancient Roman town. Today, the site is a tourist attraction, and since 2012, it has formed part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Breathtaking excavation area. Really beautyfull garden facility. Stylish outside café with a view to storks in their nests. Peacefull place.

A fascinating historical site with a rich cultural heritage. I really liked it even though I am not usually a history fan, i found it intriguing. Chellah offers a captivating glimpse into several periods of history, from the Phoenician and Mauretanian times to the Roman and Islamic eras. The site is filled with ruins that reflect its long and varied past, including remnants of ancient Roman structures and the medieval necropolis built during the Islamic period. I like that there was plenty of signs around providing directions and information about the various spaces and ruins. For a deeper understanding of the site's history, you can rent a headset for an audio guide, which provides detailed insights into the significant events that occurred, though I didn't try it myself. Overall, it's a must-visit for anyone interested in history, archaeology, or simply enjoying a peaceful stroll in a beautiful and atmospheric setting.

Absolutely gorgeous. I would recommend getting the audio tour with your ticket as well to really learn about the history. 100% would recommend going here if you are in Rabat, it’s a very unique experience!