Founded under Idrisid rule during the 8th–9th centuries CE, Fez initially consisted of two autonomous and competing settlements. Successive waves of mainly Arab ...

Alongside the old Medina, the Merenids built a massive royal city – Fez el Jedid or New Fez – which reflected both the wealth and confidence of their rule.

Fes, city, northern Morocco. The oldest of Morocco's four imperial cities, it was founded on the banks of the Wadi Fes by Idris I (east bank, about 789) and ...

The oldest of the imperial cities, Fez was founded in 789 AD by Idriss Ist, descendant of the prophet. Cultural capital of Morocco, Fez is famous for its medina

Founded in the 9th century, Fez reached its height in the 13th–14th centuries under the Marinids, when it replaced Marrakesh as the capital of the kingdom.

Fez was founded in 789 (172 a.h.) on the right bank of the Fez River by Idris ibn Abdallah, who died before his town could be developed. Twenty years later, ...

Fez, a city over 1,200 years old, holds a unique place in history and architecture, earning the prestigious designation of a UNESCO World Heritage City.

A first overview of 1200 years of history... haphazard choice,. The town of "Madinat Fas" was founded by Idriss I in 789. Twenty.

Feb 1, 2024 · This ancient city was founded in 789 AD and has been nicknamed both the "Mecca of the West" and the "Athens of Africa." Whatever you want to ...