Moulay Idriss, Meknes, Fes-Meknes, Morocco
Blessed City / Mausoleum · Idrisid · 8th Century
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.
- 788: Founded by Idris I
- 791: Death of Idris I
Architectural styles: Islamic, Maghrebi
Materials: Whitewashed Stone
- 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.
- 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