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The Seven Patron Saints and Islamic Scholars
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The Seven Patron Saints and Islamic Scholars

By Az-eddine Ben jouhra
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The seven men of Marrakesh are Awlya (plural of Wali). Awlya is an Arabic word that refers to people who Allah has blessed with a special rank among the Muslims.. It’s been said that these seven saints were the seven men who shone in their times as lights of guidance because of the blessings that Allah showered upon them. Since the 17th century, Moroccans from all walks of life have constantly visited the graves of the seven saints in Marrakesh to pray to Allah. They are drawn to the idea that visiting these graves could heal their diseases, help them fulfill their wishes, and allow them to achieve tranquility of their souls.
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Ages 17-75, max of 18 per group
Duration: 4h
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: Arabic, English, French
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  • Masks for protection against COV19
What's not included
  • TIPS


Start:
  • Café Koutoubia, J2G4+2WQ, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 225360P8

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 225360P8

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    About the operator
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    • Az-eddine Ben jouhra
      60
      Marrakech, Morocco
      Joined in December 2019
    • Adventure50256687247
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A wonderful tour by a fantastic guide!
      Our guide, Ben, was very friendly, kind and respectful. We had a real lesson about Marrakech and its culture. We felt safe - mother and daughter - being guided by Ben! A wonderful person that we enthusiastically recommend, a true Ambassador of Marrakech. As a bonus, Ben took some great photos of us. Thank you very much, we really appreciate it!
      Written September 14, 2024
    • kierab152
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Knowledgeable guide, unfortunate shopping/scam experience
      Az-eddine is really knowledgeable about Marrakech, patriotic and well known in the area. He did take us to a herbalist called Bio Ksour that turned out to be a complete scam (over priced products and fake saffron that we felt pressured into buying). When I told Az-eddine the saffron was fake he said it was an issue of quality, which just is not the case - I was sold dyed plants/wood shavings. Do yourself a favour and read the Google reviews of Bio Ksour to make sure you avoid it!
      Written August 8, 2024
    • emmabR4476WD
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not a good experience
      Our tour was over shadowed by the scams we experienced in the Bio Ksour shop that we were taken to by Az-eddine. This shop is a known scam so it’s disappointing that we were taken there by a trusted guide. Furthermore, we felt that our purchasing of fake saffron was facilitated by Az-eddine. Huge pity as I believe Az-eddine is very knowledgeable about his city.
      Written August 8, 2024
    • Rebecca B
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thoroughly recommend the lovely 'Ben'
      I had a walking tour arranged through one of the normal platforms, and the guide cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice. Luckily , we were staying at a fab riad who managed to get a last minute private tour with 'Ben'. He took on board what we wanted out of the tour - culture, history, etc - and where we wanted to go. He was brilliant. He answered any questions sensitively and fully, entered into discussions, showed us all around our chosen list of sights, whilst explaining and providing context. He was great, and I would not hesitate in recommending him
      Written April 28, 2024
    • 38beb
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thoroughly recommend
      Our original walking tour booked through GuruWalk was cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice, and we had already been in Marrakech a couple of days so this was disappointing. Luckily the owner of our riad recommended and organised for "Ben" to step in at very short notice. He was brilliant! He tailored oir time to what we wanted and brought the city to life. He talked knowledgably about the history and cultural origins, as well as sensitively navigating current cultural aspects and tensions, and at the same time highlighting the beautiful and heartwarming ways of life. Until we had this tour, despite its sights and sounds, a city can feel a bit one dimensional. This tour made marrakech feel vividly multi-dimensional. I can wholeheartedly recommend.
      Written April 20, 2024
    • lisahX9279XV
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Enjoyable, stress-free tour for female travellers
      Az-eddine met us at the door of our hotel and walked with us to visit the areas we asked him to take us to. We are 2 female travellers with one being a wheelchair user, Az-eddine took over steering the wheelchair through the narrow streets and made sure that we could use accessible entrances. He is knowledgeable about the history of the city and answered any questions that we had as we walked to our first stop. We visited the Ben Youssef Madrassa, the souks where he helped us find the items we asked for and Le Jardin Secret. He made sure that we had a large enough taxi to accommodate the wheelchair on our return to the hotel. Nothing was too much trouble for him, highly recommended. Thanks!
      Written March 11, 2024
    • staceyhP8522SU
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The Night Life in Marrakech Tour with Az-eddine did not disappoint.
      In December 2023, I traveled with family to Morocco for the first time and was excited to book the Night Life in Marrakech Tour with Az-eddine. We met at Jamaa El Fna market square, the heart of the medina, and for the next three hours, we walked the narrow cobbled streets and tasted traditional Moroccan foods. Az-eddine guided us past the high-traffic areas of vendors and tourists to historical landmarks on quiet roads where locals and dignitaries worked and lived; his knowledge of Morocco's past expanded our already colorful canvas of the city. Later, we ventured outside the medina, where we easily/comfortably navigated crowded sidewalks/streets and admired the beautiful architecture of the Koutoubia Mosque. Throughout the evening, we enjoyed an assortment of delicious eats that made the non-vegans and one vegan happy; Az-eddine was great/sensitive in identifying food vendors that catered to my dietary restrictions. As a guide, Az-eddine's generosity, kindness, and patience (answering our plethora of questions) sweetened our experience even more. The Night Life in Marrakech Tour with Az-eddine did not disappoint.
      Written January 16, 2024
    • sarahfK4316YO
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great local tour guide
      Great 5hrs of touring Marrakesh with Az-eddine. Knowledgeable, kind and took our interests into consideration. Not being hassled (we are a mother and teenage daughter travelling alone) nor getting lost was worth the money alone. Highly recommend
      Written August 4, 2023
    • ash147584
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not recommended
      Not recommended as he didn't try to understand our focus and was mostly pointing things with no real insight to history and engaging any conversation
      Written July 20, 2023
    • B0uD
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Perfect way to visit the souks!
      Great experience - Azzedine was very charming and clearly knows every inch of his hometown and took me to places in the souk I would never have found on my own. I went with the intention of just looking but inevitably couldn't resist and ended up doing all my shopping in the one afternoon I spent with Azzedine! Highly recommended.
      Written June 24, 2023
    • federicomI9389RU
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excelent!
      Everything was perfect. The guide was very detailed I very recommend him!!! We spent 3hs around the old city :)
      Written May 20, 2023
    • mforpar
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A fantastic way to see Marrakech up close and personal.
      Spending a day with Az-eddine was a delight! His wealth of knowledge is incredible and he made the city come alive with stories of its history, culture and heritage. He knows the city like the back of his hand and we covered so many different areas, old and new; markets to monuments, hotels to alley ways - there was never a dull moment. I can absolutely recommend Az-eddine as a guide and a friend; he is remarkable. I was so very lucky to have been introduced to him.
      Written May 18, 2023
    • estrella0419
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Interesting jewish tour in Marrakech
      Az-Eddine is an excellent guide. We enjoyed his company and knowledge. We discovered narrow streets that only a local knows. We recommend him.
      Written May 15, 2023
    • durvluck
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jewish in Marrakech
      The tour was fantastic , Az-eddine is very professional, friendly , the tour was easy , good walking in Marrakech! To return for sure! Thank you Az-eddine for a great time.
      Written May 15, 2023
    • Docmark26
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Enjoyable Jewish heritage tour around central Marrakech
      Friendly informative tour guide. Visited shul/synagogue and Jewish cemetery. Lots of historical information and able to answer queries well. Tour around 10,000 steps. Enjoyable and would recommend.
      Written February 27, 2023
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    747humza
    28 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Solo
    It’s a blessing to find and meet Azeddine. A true gem of a man in Marrakech his deep knowledge of national and local history and culture will leave you knowing the ‘real’ Morocco and Marrakech. Being a local he will show you insights you will struggle to find with any other guide. I was blessed to go on this journey with Azeddine as my guide, and in the end my friend. I need a lot more time&space to give you the full picture, but a journey through Marrakech with Azeddine, it’s an adventure and memory for a lifetime. Thanks Azeddine! P.s. ask him about food spots too! ;)
    Written July 25, 2024
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    Thanks bro it was a great time with you.
    Written July 31, 2024
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    JH2021
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2021
    Az-eddine was an excellent guide. He took my group of six people on a detailed and highly enjoyable journey through the history of Marrakech's seven saints. He was knowledgeable and very kind. Highly recommended!
    Written October 30, 2021
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    Amir M
    Amsterdam, The Netherlands2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2024 • Solo
    Great tour! tourgide Az-Eddinne Ben Jouhra gives so much historical information, we walked trough the medina from 1 patron saint/scholar location to the other were some extra information was told.Its quit a hike but absolutely worth it, Thanks Az-Eddine Ben Jouhra!
    Written June 1, 2024
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    Thank you so much for your review, it was a great tour and guiding you through Marrakesh alleys and and exploring this part of the city heritage.
    Written June 3, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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