Volubilis

Visiting Volubilis offers a striking look into Morocco’s Roman past, set against rolling hills and olive groves near the city of Meknes. This archaeological site is one of the best-preserved Roman ruins in North Africa and gives a strong sense of what life might have been like in a Roman provincial town. Walking through Volubilis, you’ll see the remnants of grand villas, mosaic floors still vivid with color, and public spaces like the basilica, capitol, and triumphal arch. The setting is peaceful and wide open, which adds to the experience, especially at sunrise or sunset when the light brings out the textures of the stone and surrounding landscape. It’s a quiet but powerful place that adds depth to understanding Morocco’s layered history.