12 Centuries
of Dynasties
From Antiquity to modern times, travel through time to understand the deep soul of the Cherifian Kingdom.
Antiquity & Berbers
Amazigh Roots
First Berber kingdoms (Mauretania) and Roman presence (Volubilis).
- Volubilis
- Lixus
- Moorish Kingdoms
Idrisids
Foundation of the State
Idris I founds the first Muslim dynasty and the city of Fez.
- Moulay Idriss
- Fez
- Islamization
Almoravids
Empire of the Desert
Unification of Maghreb and Andalusia. Foundation of Marrakech.
- Marrakech
- Andalusia
- Austere Architecture
Almohads
The Builders
Architectural peak (Koutoubia, Giralda, Hassan Tower).
- Koutoubia
- Rabat
- Seville
Marinids
Cultural Golden Age
Construction of madrasas (Quranic schools) and refinement of arts.
- Madrasas
- Chellah
- Meknes
Alaouites
Modern Morocco
Current dynasty. Unification, colonial resistance and modernization.
- Meknes (Moulay Ismail)
- Independence
- Mohammed VI
The Alaouite Continuity
Since 1666, the Alaouite dynasty has ensured the unity and perpetuity of Morocco. Under the reign of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the country has embarked on an era of accelerated modernization, while preserving its sacred identity.
Stability
A hub of peace and security in the region.
Development
Major projects: High-Speed Rail, Ports, Highways, Solar Energy.
Diplomacy
Return to the African Union and global openness.