The enormous and decorative courtyards of the Hassan II Mosque lead to its 689-feet-tall (210 m) minaret in the distance. The landmark is in Casablanca, Morocco; its massive prayer hall and surrounding courtyards can hold over 100,000 worshippers. Non-believers are permitted to enter, provided they dress respectfully (i.e., cover their upper arms and knees) and join a guided tour. Click to watch my high-definition video of the Caves of Hercules near the Moroccan city of Tangier, or click to view my high-resolution photo collection from Morocco.
