Moroccan Heritage

Bassin de l'Agdal (Sahrij Swani)

Moulay Ismail's giant water reservoir, a UNESCO-listed site

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About this site

Built in the late 17th century under Sultan Moulay Ismail, the Agdal Basin — or Sahrij Swani, "basin of the norias" — is a roughly 4-hectare reservoir fed by the adjoining House of the Ten Norias next to Heri es-Souani. Designed as a strategic water reserve for the city and army during a prolonged siege, it also served as a small pleasure-boating pond. Together with the neighboring granary complex, it forms part of the site inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the historic city of Meknes since 1996.

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Opening hours
Open access, 24/7
Address
Agdal, ville impériale de Meknès, à côté de Heri es-Souani

Location

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Agdal, ville impériale de Meknès, à côté de Heri es-Souani
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Free entry

Access to this site is completely free — no reservation or ticket required. Simply show up at the entrance during opening hours.

Opening hours may vary depending on the cultural programme. Check on-site before your visit.

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Good to know

This cultural centre offers a varied programme throughout the year. Ask on-site or at the tourist office for upcoming events.

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Free & open access

No ticket or reservation is needed to visit this place. Simply show up at the entrance.

Opening hours
Open access, 24/7
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