Discover the Real Morocco Beyond Fes, Into Sefrou & Bhalil

 
 
 
 
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 Said LAMRANI 
 
 
 
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Un bel endroit !
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Bab al-Maqam (The Gate of the Station) is a significant historical gate in the ancient Moroccan city of Sefrou. Located at the foothills of the Middle Atlas Mountains, Sefrou boasts a rich history that predates the founding of Fes.
Historical Significance of Bab al-Maqam
* Part of the Defensive Walls: Bab al-Maqam is an integral part of the walls that once encircled the old city of Sefrou, which were renovated by Sultan Moulay Slimane Al-Alawi. These walls and gates served to protect the city and define its boundaries.
* A Civilizational Crossroads: Throughout its history, Sefrou was an important economic and cultural center. It served as a meeting point and a place of coexistence for various communities, including Arabs, Amazigh, and Jews, benefiting from its strategic location as a hub for trade caravans. The city's gates, including Bab al-Maqam, witnessed this exchange and coexistence.
* Center for Handicrafts: The Bab al-Maqam Handicrafts Complex is known as a hub for the production and display of various local artisanal products. This highlights the historical economic and commercial importance of the area surrounding the gate.
Context of Sefrou's History
Sefrou is a city with deep roots. Moulay Idriss II resided there for three years before moving to Fes. The city's history is rich with cultural and religious coexistence; for centuries, it was a refuge for many Moroccan Jews, serving as a model of harmony between Arabs, Muslims, Jews, and Amazigh.
Bab al-Maqam is more than just a gate; it symbolizes an authentic part of Sefrou's history, reflecting the city's ancient character as a cultural and commercial center, and a place of coexistence and cultural exchange.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Marie Favril 
 
 
 
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Sefrou est une petite ville découverte qui vaut un petit détour, un certain charme.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Mohamed MOUSTACHAR 
 
 
 
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صفرو المدينة الهادئة 😃🍒🍒🍒🍒🍒🍒🍒
  
 
  
 
 
 
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