A vertical exterior shot captures the Koutoubia Mosque minaret and surrounding plaza in Marrakesh, Morocco

A vertical exterior shot captures the Koutoubia Mosque minaret and surrounding plaza in Marrakesh, Morocco. The minaret, a tall, square-based structure of reddish-brown stone, dominates the right side of the frame, featuring multi-tiered arched windows, intricate stone carvings, and an upper section adorned with green and white geometric tilework and merlons, topped by a golden finial. In the foreground, three young adult males are seated casually on a low, rough stone wall that runs horizontally across the bottom third of the image. The male on the far left wears a dark green track suit and white sneakers. The middle male wears a dark long-sleeved top, light beige pants, and white sneakers, with his hands clasped. The male on the right wears a white long robe with reddish-brown trim and black sandals; he is looking directly at the viewer. Behind the wall and extending to the minaret's base is a large, open plaza with sandy or earthen ground, featuring archaeological remnants of low brick walls, retaining structures, and a short metal fence. Several dark, rectangular ground markers are visible in this open area. A small child in a red shirt and white shorts is walking alone in the midground plaza, to the left of the minaret. In the background, numerous palm trees line the horizon, and indistinct buildings are visible. The sky is overcast with a light blue tone.