The city of Fez is celebrating its 1,200th year anniversary this January 4, 12 centuries after its establishment by the Idrisid Dynasty.
Back in 2011, Moroccan civil society activists decided to recognize the official founding anniversary of the country’s scientific capital. The aim of this celebration was to acknowledge the ancient city’s significant legacy and pivotal role since its foundation in 808.
The Idrisid metropolis, which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, is famous for its multitude of archaeological monuments, including 9,000 historical residents, 11 schools, 43 Islamic schools, 83 mausoleums, 176 mosques, and the world’s first university, Al-Karaouine.
Furthermore, the city features more than 1,200 artisans’ workshops, representing the city’s artistic and traditional craftsmanship and tanneries.
Fez has become an internationally known tourist hub, and the celebration of the annual Fez Day remains an opportunity to continue to discuss the scientific capital’s current status and the future vision its residents have for it.
The celebrations will constitute an opportunity to mobilize and discuss mechanisms to implement a forward-looking vision for the city, aligned with its urban expansion while being at the forefront of national sustainable development efforts.
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