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FEZ, MOROCCO | 7 BEST Things To Do In & Around Fez

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Fez - Ancient Imperial City | DW English

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Fez is considered one of Morocco's imperial cities because it served as a capital for multiple ruling dynasties throughout the nation's history. In Moroccan history, cities earned the "imperial" title by being chosen as the seat of royal power, governance, and military might when a new dynasty came to power.

As the oldest of these historic capitals, Fez holds a deeply foundational place in the country's heritage. Several key factors shaped its imperial status:

• Royal Dynasty Foundation: Founded in 789 by Idris I and expanded by his son Idris II, the Idrisids made Fez the capital of the first major Islamic dynasty in Morocco, establishing it as a political and religious hub.

• Successive Golden Ages: Over the centuries, subsequent dynasties—such as the Almoravids, Almohads, Marinids, and Alawites—either ruled from Fez or enriched the city with stunning royal palaces, administrative districts (like Fes Jdid), defensive walls, and grand mosques.

• The Intellectual and Spiritual Capital: Beyond politics, Fez became renowned as a powerhouse of education and culture, housing institutions like the University of Al-Qarawiyyin (founded in 859 AD), which is recognized as one of the oldest continuously operating universities in the world.

The video above explores the winding alleys, rich architecture, and history that preserve Fez's legacy as a crown jewel of Morocco's imperial past.

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