Bab er-Rouah
باب الرواح
The most magnificent gate in the Almohad city walls, with richly carved stone arches. The gate's interior is often used as a contemporary art gallery.
Bab er-Rouah, meaning Gate of the Winds, was built at the end of the 12th century during the reign of Yaqub al-Mansur. It is the most spectacular gate in the Almohad walls. Its horseshoe arch is framed with carved shells and geometric motifs, and it is flanked by square bastions. The winding passage inside now serves as a contemporary art gallery and is free to enter when exhibitions are on. You can walk along the walls from here to the Royal Palace and As-Sunna Mosque.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; exhibition hall hours vary
Nearby sights
- As-Sunna Mosque
- Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
- Museum of History and Civilizations
- Bank Al-Maghrib Museum
- St. Peter's Cathedral
- Royal Palace of Rabat (Dar al-Makhzen)
- Jardin d'Essais Botaniques
- Rabat Medina