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Bab Bou Jeloud vs Andalusian Mosque

Both are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Bab Boujloud scores significantly better than Andalusian Mosque. Bab Boujloud ranks #3 in Fes with recommendations from 3 reviewers like Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.

Bab Bou Jeloud
Bab Bou Jeloud
8 / 10
Fes, Morocco
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Bab Boujloud is a monumental gateway that spans one of the medina's busiest thoroughfares and is a good starting point for your explorations inside the medina walls." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This square on the edge of the medina comes into its own at dusk, when locals emerge to stroll and chat." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1913 by General Hubert Lyautey, Moroccan commander under the French protectorate, this Moorish-style gate is 1,000 years younger than the rest of the medina." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"the French punched a hole in the city wall and erected this grand triple-arched gate, decorated with blue tiles on the outer face and green inside." Full review
Andalusian Mosque
Andalusian Mosque
8 / 10
Rue Nekhaline, Fes, Morocco
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The grand carved doors on the north entrance, domed Zenet minaret, and detailed cedarwood carvings in the eaves, which bear a striking resemblance to those in the Musée Nejjarine, are the main things." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The Andalusian Mosque, founded shortly after the (9C) Karaouiyne Mosque, was enlarged and embellished by the Almohads in the early 13C and is the main sanctuary on the right bank. " Full review