Moulay Idriss Zerhoun – Islamic Heritage Site

Moulay Idriss, Meknes, Fes-Meknes, Morocco

Blessed City / Mausoleum · Idrisid · 8th Century

Blessed City / Mausoleum

Moulay Idriss Zerhoun is a town in northern Morocco spread over two hills at the base of Mount Zerhoun. It is famous as the site of the tomb of Idris I, the first major Islamic ruler of Morocco, after whom the town is named. It is considered the holiest city in Morocco.

Construction: 788 – Ongoing

Founder: Idris I

Key figures: Idris I

Significance: The holiest city in Morocco, burial place of Idris I, founder of the Idrisid dynasty.

Timeline:

788: Founded by Idris I
791: Death of Idris I

Architectural styles: Islamic, Maghrebi

Materials: Whitewashed Stone

Key features:

Mausoleum of Idris I: The central shrine of the city (non-Muslims cannot enter).
Cylindrical Minaret: The only cylindrical minaret in Morocco, at the Sentouiane Mosque.
Hillside Layout: The town spreads over two hills, Khiber and Tasga.

Opening hours: 24 Hours (summer) · 24 Hours (winter) – Town is open, mausoleum restricted.

Ticket prices:

General: €0.00

Accessibility: Difficult. Steep stairs and narrow streets.

Official site: http://visitmorocco.com

Address: Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, Morocco

Coordinates: 34.0531, -5.5194

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