Morocco Marrakech, Africa

Wonders of Africa, Morocco Marrakech

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The Djema el-Fna or "Place of the Executed," is the central plaza in the old center of the royal city.
This sumptuous courtyard belongs to the Medersa Ben Yousouf. Founded in the 14th century, the Koran of sacred architecture. 

The red city of Marrakech is like no other African City. This is truly the place where east meets west, where orient and occident can be found side by side in close quarters with one another.

​The 2500-ft high minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque is the architectural emblem of Marrakech. Visible from far away, it presides over the whirling bustle of the Medina.

Important DATES to remember of Marrakech," Morocco part of continent Africa.

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 ❤️1061/62: Marrakech was founded.
❤️1147: Marakech was conquered by the Almohads.
❤️1153-1190: The Koutoubia Mosque was built.
❤️1269: Marrakech was conquered by the Merinids.
❤️14th Century: Modersa Ben Youssouf, the greatest Koran school in North Africa, was founded.
❤️1912: French troops entered the city.
❤️1912-1956: Morocco was a colony of France.
❤️1956: Morocco gained its independence.
❤️1985: Marrakech's Old City was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
​❤️1998: Restoration of the Koutoubia Mosque was completed

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