History of Morocco
Morocco, crossroads of civilizations since Antiquity, has a rich history of over 3000 years...
Detailed chronology of dynasties and major events
| Period | Dynasty / Event | Key facts |
|---|---|---|
| ~1100 BC | Phoenicians | Founding of trading posts (Lixus, Mogador). |
| 789 | Idrisids | Foundation of Fez, first Islamic capital. |
| 1062 | Almoravids | Foundation of Marrakech. |
| 1147 | Almohads | Capture of Marrakech, construction of Koutoubia. |
| 1269 | Marinids | Fez becomes capital, madrasas built. |
| 1554-1659 | Saadians | Golden age: Saadian Tombs, El Badi Palace. |
| 1666 | Alaouites | Current dynasty, Moulay Ismail makes Meknes capital. |
| 1912 | French protectorate | Treaty of Fez. |
| 1956 | Independence | Return of Mohammed V. |
UNESCO World Heritage sites
| Site | City | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Medina of Fez | Fez | 1981 |
| Medina of Marrakech | Marrakech | 1985 |
| Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou | Ait Ben Haddou | 1987 |
| Historic city of Meknes | Meknes | 1996 |