Fun facts about Marrakesh
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Marrakesh was founded by Abu Bakr ibn Umar, a chieftain and second cousin of the Almoravid king Yusuf ibn Tashfin.
Marrakesh
Morocco
Marrakesh or Marrakech is the fourth-largest city in Morocco. It is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco and is the capital of the Marrakesh-Safi region. The city lies west of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
From the “History” section
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The name Marrakesh is derived from the Berber words amur (n) akush, meaning 'Land of God'.
Marrakesh
Morocco
Marrakesh or Marrakech is the fourth-largest city in Morocco. It is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco and is the capital of the Marrakesh-Safi region. The city lies west of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
From the “Etymology” section
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Marrakesh has been known as the location of the tombs of Morocco's seven patron saints since the late 17th century.
Marrakesh
Morocco
Marrakesh or Marrakech is the fourth-largest city in Morocco. It is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco and is the capital of the Marrakesh-Safi region. The city lies west of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
From the “History” section
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The Jemaa el-Fnaa is one of the best-known squares in Africa and has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985.
Marrakesh
Morocco
Marrakesh or Marrakech is the fourth-largest city in Morocco. It is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco and is the capital of the Marrakesh-Safi region. The city lies west of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
From the “Landmarks” section
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