Fun facts about Meknès
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Meknes is named after an Amazigh (Berber) tribe historically known as the Miknasa.
Meknès
Morocco
Meknes is one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco, located in northern central Morocco and the sixth largest city by population in the kingdom.
From the “Etymology” section
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The name of the large public square in front of the Kasbah today, el-Hedim, means 'the rubble' and refers to the demolitions carried out during the construction of palaces.
Meknès
Morocco
Meknes is one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco, located in northern central Morocco and the sixth largest city by population in the kingdom.
From the “Historic monuments and landmarks” section
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The Bab Mansur al-'Alj gate, known for its rich decoration, was designed by a former Christian slave who converted to Islam.
Meknès
Morocco
Meknes is one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco, located in northern central Morocco and the sixth largest city by population in the kingdom.
From the “Historic monuments and landmarks” section
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Meknes is considered to be the capital of agriculture in Morocco, located in the fertile Saïss plain.
Meknès
Morocco
Meknes is one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco, located in northern central Morocco and the sixth largest city by population in the kingdom.
From the “Economy” section
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Meknes has two train stations, one of which is larger and serves a different purpose.
Meknès
Morocco
Meknes is one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco, located in northern central Morocco and the sixth largest city by population in the kingdom.
From the “Transport” section
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