Medina of Fez
Overview
Founded in the 9th century, Fez reached its height in the 13th–14th centuries under the Marinids, when it replaced Marrakesh as the capital of the kingdom. The urban fabric and the principal monuments in the medina – madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains - date from this period. Although the political capital of Morocco was transferred to Rabat in 1912, Fez has retained its status as the country's cultural and spiritual centre.
About Medina of Fez
Fes el Bali is the oldest part of Fez, Morocco. It is one of the three main districts of Fez, along with Fes Jdid and the French-created Ville Nouvelle. Together with Fes Jdid, it forms the medina of Fez, significant for the preservation of its pre-modern urban layout and numerous historic monuments, which have earned it UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Read more on WikipediaSelection Criteria
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Components(2 locations)
- •Fès Jedid170-002
- •Fès El Bali170-001
Details
- Countries
- Morocco
- ISO Codes
- MA
- Area
- 280 ha
- Coordinates
- 34.0611, -4.9778
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