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Built in 1150 when the Almohads completed the fortification of the Medina, this gate is among the oldest of the 18 gates. There is a high central arch framed by interlacing lobed arches decorated with carved vegetal motifs and kufic inscriptions. This stone gate illustrates the grandeur and detail of 12th century Almohad architecture. Originally, this was the main entrance to the Almohad Palace. During the Almohad period, this was the only gate through which rubb or boiled, sweetened grape juice could be brought into the city. Thus, it is also known as Bab ar-Rubb. Parker, Richard. â??A Practicle Guide To Islamic Monuments in Morocco.â? Charlottesville: The Baraka Press, 1981. 62.