Marabout of Sidi Abderrahmane
سيدي عبد الرحمان
A cluster of white saint's tomb buildings on a rocky islet off Ain Diab beach. At low tide you can walk out to the island, and the waves crashing against the rocks at sunset make for striking photos.
This small island is home to the tomb of Sidi Abderrahman, a 16th-century Sufi saint. White houses and domes are packed tightly onto the rocks. Locals come here to pray and seek guidance, and it is traditionally believed to have healing powers.
At low tide you can walk over the rocks from the beach to reach the island. Once the tide comes in, you'll need to wait or ask a local boatman to ferry you across. The interior of the tomb is usually open only to Muslims.
Mind the tides and slippery rocks, and expect vendors selling amulets on the island.
Opening hours
Depends on tides
Nearby sights
- La Corniche, Ain Diab
- El Hank Lighthouse
- Museum of Moroccan Judaism
- Villa des Arts
- Hassan II Mosque
- Arab League Park
- Sacré-Cœur Cathedral
- Abderrahman Slaoui Foundation Museum