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Marrakesh, Morocco

Marrakesh is the most magical of the Morocco's imperial cities. The spendid minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque in pink Gueliz stone overlooking the medina is the highest building in the city and it stands as a landmark and symbol of the city and Morocco. The tower is considered a masterpiece of Almohad architecture and a model for those built later in Andalusia.

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