Oldest Mosque Marrakech Morocco Ben Youssef Tourism Travel Video Guide
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The Ben Youssef Mosque (also known by its English spelling as the Ibn Yusuf Mosque), is a mosque in the medina quarter of Marrakesh, Morocco, named after the Almoravid emir Ali ibn Yusuf. It is arguably the oldest and most important mosque in Marrakesh.
The first mosque in Marrakesh was erected by the Almoravid emir Yusuf ibn Tashfin in the 1070s, to serve as the central congregational mosque of the fledgling city. It was one of the first brick buildings in the city, and Ibn Tashfin is said to have been personally engaged in mixing the mortar and laying of the bricks.
His son and successor Ali ibn Yusuf (Ben Youssef) built a grand new central mosque, named the Masjid al-Siqaya (mosque of the fountain) on account of the large fountain with a marble basin in its courtyard. It cost nearly 60,000 gold dinars, and was completed sometime between 1121 and 1132. It was the largest mosque built in the Almoravid empire, with a rectangular base of 120 by 80 meters, and a minaret estimated to be thirty meters high.
The rising city's layout was organized around it, and together with the neighboring souqs, it formed the center of early Marrakesh's city life. The nearby Koubba Ba'adiyn was one of the monumental ablution fountains connected to it.
When the Almohads defeated the Almoravids and captured Marrakesh in April, 1147, the original mosque was deemed by the Almohad caliph Abd al-Mu'min to have an orientation error (its mihrab was pointing some six degrees south of Mecca) and was promptly demolished. The Almohads erected a new reoriented central mosque on top of it. However, the Almohads were unable to eliminate its popular appellation, and it continued to be commonly known as Ali ibn Yusuf's mosque (Ben Youssef in French spelling).
The Ben Youssef Mosque was refurbished around 1563, on the orders of the Saadian sharif Abdallah al-Ghalib.[2] It was around this same time that the city's layout began to be changed, with new residential areas and souqs located further west, by the Koutoubia Mosque and the new al-Muwassin Mosque, shifting the center of gravity away from the old Ben Youssef mosque.[5] Over the cleared space, the Saadians erected a great new theological college (madrasa), the Ben Youssef Madrasa in 1563-64, just east of the mosque, thereby giving it a new life as the mosque of scholars.
It was almost completely rebuilt in early 19th Century by the Alaouite sultan Suleiman, with hardly any trace left of its original Amoravid or Almohad design.
It continues to serve today as one of the most important mosques in Marrakesh.
Marrakech Tourist Attractions 1: Ben Youssef Mosque Morocco Travel Guide
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The Ben Youssef Mosque (also known by its English spelling as the Ibn Yusuf Mosque), is a mosque in the medina quarter of Marrakesh, Morocco, named after the Almoravid emir Ali ibn Yusuf. It is arguably the oldest and most important mosque in Marrakesh.
The first mosque in Marrakesh was erected by the Almoravid emir Yusuf ibn Tashfin in the 1070s, to serve as the central congregational mosque of the fledgling city. It was one of the first brick buildings in the city, and Ibn Tashfin is said to have been personally engaged in mixing the mortar and laying of the bricks. His son and successor Ali ibn Yusuf (Ben Youssef) built a grand new central mosque, named the Masjid al-Siqaya (mosque of the fountain) on account of the large fountain with a marble basin in its courtyard. It cost nearly 60,000 gold dinars, and was completed sometime between 1121 and 1132. It was the largest mosque built in the Almoravid empire, with a rectangular base of 120 by 80 meters, and a minaret estimated to be thirty meters high. The rising city's layout was organized around it, and together with the neighboring souqs, it formed the center of early Marrakesh's city life. The nearby Koubba Ba'adiyn was one of the monumental ablution fountains connected to it.
Ali ben Youssef Medersa in Marrakech, Morocco
Ali ben Youssef Medersa is a theological college in Marrakech, now a tourist attraction. It is decorated with zellij mosaics, beautifully carved wood and Iraqi style stucco. Some of the 3 metres square dorm rooms are on display to tourists. Background music is Reflection Pool by JR Tundra.
Ali ben Youssef Medersa, Marrakech, Morocco
November 2013
Ali ben Youssef Medersa, Marrakech, Morocco
November 2013
Jemaa el-Fnaa, Jardins de la Menara, Palais Bahia, Al Baraka & Belly Dancing - Marrakesh, Morocco
Marrakesh - Part 1 (2009): Jemaa el-Fnaa (00:09), Grand Hotel Tazi (00:23), Le Comptoir - Lounge Restaurant (00:52), L'Heure d'Eté - Riad (01:30), Café de France (02:52), Ali ben Youssef Mosque (03:59), Hop On Hop Off Bus (04:04), Theatre Royal (04:34), les Jardins de la Ménara (04:42), Palais Bahia (06:30), Al Baraka Restaurant (08:46) with belly dancing (10:38).
Medersa Ben Youssef, Marrakech
The Ali Ben Youssef Medersa is a Koranic School in Marrakech founded in the 14th century by the Black Sultan Adou el Hassan. It was rebuilt in the 1560s under the Saadians, whose Andalusian-influenced art dominates. Almost all surfaces are decorated. Evidently architects from Muslim Spain were employed in its construction, parts of the medersa having exact parallels in the Alhambra Palace in Granada.
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Ben Yousef Madrasa Marrakesh, Morocco
The Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic college in Marrakesh, Morocco, named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yusuf (reigned 1106–1142), who expanded the city and its influence considerably. It is the largest Madrasa in all of Morocco.
The college was founded during the period of the Marinid (14th century) by the Marinid sultan Abu al-Hassan and allied to the neighbouring Ben Youssef Mosque. The building of the madrasa was re-constructed by the Saadian Sultan Abdallah al-Ghalib (1557–1574). In 1565 the works ordered by Abdallah al-Ghalib were finished, as confirmed by the inscription in the prayer room. Its 130 student dormitory cells cluster around a courtyard richly carved in cedar, marble and stucco. The carvings contain no representation of humans or animals as required by Islam, and consist entirely of inscriptions and geometric patterns. This madrasa was one of the largest theological colleges in North Africa and may have housed as many as 900 students. One of its best known teachers was Mohammed al-Ifrani (1670-1745).
Closed down in 1960, the building was refurbished and reopened to the public as an historical site in 1982.
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BEN YOUSSEF MADRASA
Ben Youssef Madrasa is an Islamic School attached to a nearby mosque in Marrakesh, built in the heart of old medina. It is a symbol of most beautiful Moroccan art and architecture. It is named after the Almoravid Caliph, Ali ibn Yusuf (1106–1142) who expanded the city and domains of his caliphate. At one time it was the largest madrasa in all of Morocco. The 12th century Madrasa was reconstructed in 14th century by Merenid Sultan Aboul Hassan and again rebuilt under Saadian Dynasty in 1560s. Entry fee is 20 Dirham.
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Ben Youssef Madrasa (Medrasa) Marrakesh, Morocco
The Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic college in Marrakesh, Morocco, named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yusuf (reigned 1106–1142), who expanded the city and its influence considerably. It is the largest Madrasa in all of Morocco.
The college was founded during the period of the Marinid (14th century) by the Marinid sultan Abu al-Hassan and allied to the neighbouring Ben Youssef Mosque. The building of the madrasa was re-constructed by the Saadian Sultan Abdallah al-Ghalib (1557–1574). In 1565 the works ordered by Abdallah al-Ghalib were finished, as confirmed by the inscription in the prayer room. Its 130 student dormitory cells cluster around a courtyard richly carved in cedar, marble and stucco. The carvings contain no representation of humans or animals as required by Islam, and consist entirely of inscriptions and geometric patterns. This madrasa was one of the largest theological colleges in North Africa and may have housed as many as 900 students. One of its best known teachers was Mohammed al-Ifrani (1670-1745).
Closed down in 1960, the building was refurbished and reopened to the public as an historical site in 1982.
Ben Youssef Madrasa - Marrakesh Morocco
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The Ben Youssef Madrassa was an Islamic college in Marrakech named after Sultan Ali ibn Yusuf (reigned 1106 to 1142), who expanded the city considerably. This madrassa was one of the largest theological colleges in North Africa and may have housed as many as 900 students. After being closed down in 1960, this Historical Site was refurbished and reopened in 1982, an interesting attraction for the value of its past and educational influence
Ali Bin Yousuf Madrasah in Marrakech مراكش - مدرسة بن يوسف
The Ali Bin Yousuf Madrasah in Marrakech, Morocco is a former Islamic college. It was named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yousuf ibn Tachefine, the son of the man who founded the city in 1070. (reigned 1106--1142), who expanded the city and its influence considerably. It is the largest Madrasah in all of Morocco and a masterpiece of Almoravid architecture.
The college was founded during the period of the Marinid (14th century) by the Marinid Sultan Abu al-Hassan and allied to the neighbouring Bin Yousuf Mosque.
The building of the madrasah was re-constructed by the Saadian Sultan Abdullah al-Ghalib from 1564 to 1565. In 1565 the works ordered by Abdullah al-Ghalib were finished, as confirmed by the inscription in the prayer room.
It was a place where students lived and studied. Its 130 student rooms on two floors cluster around a courtyard richly carved in cedar, marble and stucco. The carvings consist entirely of inscriptions and geometric patterns. This madrasah was one of the largest theological colleges in North Africa and may have housed as many as 900 students. One of its best known teachers was Mohammed al-Ifrani (1670-1745).
Closed down in 1960, the building was refurbished and reopened to the public as an historical site in 1982.
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Marrakech, Morocco Ben Youssef Madrasa مراكش - مدرسة بن يوسف (Part 2) GoPro
مراكش - مدرسة بن يوسف GoPro / The Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic college in Marrakech, Morocco, named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yusuf (reigned 1106--1142), who expanded the city and its influence considerably. It is the largest Medrasa in all of Morocco.
The college was founded during the period of the Marinid (14th century) by the Marinid sultan Abu al-Hassan and allied to the neighbouring Ben Youssef Mosque. The building of the madrasa was re-constructed by the Saadian Sultan Abdallah al-Ghalib (1557--1574). In 1565 the works ordered by Abdallah al-Ghalib were finished, as confirmed by the inscription in the prayer room. Its 130 student dormitory cells cluster around a courtyard richly carved in cedar, marble and stucco. The carvings contain no representation of humans or animals as required by Islam, and consist entirely of inscriptions and geometric patterns. This madrasa was one of the largest theological colleges in North Africa and may have housed as many as 900 students. One of its best known teachers was Mohammed al-Ifrani (1670-1745).
Closed down in 1960, the building was refurbished and reopened to the public as an historical site in 1982.
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Marrakech, Morocco Ben Youssef Madrasa ( Part 1&2 ) GoPro مرا كش - مدرسة بن يوسف
مراكش - مدرسة بن يوسف GoPro / The Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic college in Marrakech, Morocco, named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yusuf (reigned 1106--1142), who expanded the city and its influence considerably. It is the largest Medrasa in all of Morocco.
The college was founded during the period of the Marinid (14th century) by the Marinid sultan Abu al-Hassan and allied to the neighbouring Ben Youssef Mosque. The building of the madrasa was re-constructed by the Saadian Sultan Abdallah al-Ghalib (1557--1574). In 1565 the works ordered by Abdallah al-Ghalib were finished, as confirmed by the inscription in the prayer room. Its 130 student dormitory cells cluster around a courtyard richly carved in cedar, marble and stucco. The carvings contain no representation of humans or animals as required by Islam, and consist entirely of inscriptions and geometric patterns. This madrasa was one of the largest theological colleges in North Africa and may have housed as many as 900 students. One of its best known teachers was Mohammed al-Ifrani (1670-1745).
Closed down in 1960, the building was refurbished and reopened to the public as an historical site in 1982.
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مراكش - مدرسة بن يوسف GoPro الجزء الأولThe Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic college in Marrakech, Morocco, named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yusuf (reigned 1106--1142), who expanded the city and its influence considerably. It is the largest Medrasa in all of Morocco.
The college was founded during the period of the Marinid (14th century) by the Marinid sultan Abu al-Hassan and allied to the neighbouring Ben Youssef Mosque. The building of the madrasa was re-constructed by the Saadian Sultan Abdallah al-Ghalib (1557--1574). In 1565 the works ordered by Abdallah al-Ghalib were finished, as confirmed by the inscription in the prayer room. Its 130 student dormitory cells cluster around a courtyard richly carved in cedar, marble and stucco. The carvings contain no representation of humans or animals as required by Islam, and consist entirely of inscriptions and geometric patterns. This madrasa was one of the largest theological colleges in North Africa and may have housed as many as 900 students. One of its best known teachers was Mohammed al-Ifrani (1670-1745).
Closed down in 1960, the building was refurbished and reopened to the public as an historical site in 1982.
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Ben Youssef Medrassa Marrakech Morocco
The Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic college in Marrakesh, Morocco, named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yusuf, who expanded the city and its influence considerably. It is the largest madrasa in all of Morocco.
It’s closed now until 2020.
مدرسة ابن يوسف بمدينة مراكش من أشهر مدارس المغرب الأقصى وهي تحفة معمارية تعود إلى عهد الدولة المرينية، شيدها السلطان أبو الحسن المريني عام 747هـ، 1346م. وهي تمتاز بتناسق عمارتها وروعة زخرفتها, تتكون من الداخل من صحن أوسط مكشوف يحفه من الجانب الجنوبي إيوان القبلة. ومن جوانبه الثلاثة الشرقية والغربية والشمالية ثلاث ظلات تحمل جميعها حجرات وسكن الطلاب، وقد جددت عمارة المدرسة في عصر السعديين، دون أن تغير شيئاً من عناصرها القديمة. .
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Ben Youssef Madrasa Koranic School in Marrakesh, Morocco
The Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic college in Marrakesh, Morocco, named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yusuf (reigned 1106–1142), who expanded the city and its influence considerably. It is the largest madrasa in all of Morocco.
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Other Mosques in Marrakech
Mosques[edit]
Koutoubia Mosque[edit]
Minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque
Koutoubia Mosque is the largest mosque in the city, located in the southwest medina quarter of Marrakesh alongside the square. It was completed under the reign of the Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur (1184–1199), and has inspired other buildings such as the Giralda of Seville and the Hassan Tower of Rabat. The mosque is made of red stone and brick and measures 80 metres (260 ft) long and 60 metres (200 ft) wide. The minaret was designed to prevent a person at the top of the tower from viewing activity within the king's harems. The Umayyad-style minaret is constructed from sandstone and stands 77 metres (253 ft) high. It was originally covered with Marrakshi pink plaster, but in the 1990s experts opted to remove the plaster to expose the original stone work. The spire atop the minaret is decorated with gilded copper balls that decrease in size towards the top, a style unique to Morocco.[105]
Ben Youssef Mosque[edit]
Ben Youssef Mosque, distinguished by its green tiled roof and minaret, is located in the medina and is Marrakesh's oldest mosque.[106] It was originally built in the 12th century by the Almoravid Sultan Ali ibn Yusuf in honor of Yusuf ibn Ali al-Sanhaji.[106] When built it was the city's largest mosque but today it is half its original size. It was rebuilt in the 1560s[107] by Saadian Sultan Abdallah al-Ghalib, as the original had fallen into ruin. He also built a madrasa with a large library beside the mosque, but this also deteriorated over time, leaving only the 19th-century mosque intact.[108] The Almoravid Koubba Ba’adiyn, a two-storied kiosk, was discovered in a sunken location on the mosque site in 1948. In the Moroccan architectural style, its arches are scalloped on the first floor, while those on the second floor bear a twin horseshoe shape embellished with a turban motif. The dome of the kiosk is framed by a battlement decorated with arches and seven-pointed stars. The interior of the octagonally arched dome is decorated with distinctive carvings bordered by a Kufic frieze inscribed with the name of its patron, Sultan Ali ibn Yusuf. The quinches at the corners of the dome are covered with muqarnas.[109] The kiosk has motifs of pine cones, palms and acanthus leaves which are also replicated in the Ben Youssef Madrasa.[110]
Mouassine Mosque[edit]
The Mouassine Mosque (also known as the Al Ashraf Mosque) was built by the Marinids in the 14th century in the style popularized by the Almohads.[111] It is located in Mouassine and is part of the Mouassine complex, which includes a library, hamman, madrasa (school) and the Mouassine Fountain, the largest and most important in the city. Located on a small square to the north of the mosque, it is a triple-arched fountain of Saadian origin.[111][112] It is decorated with geometric patterns and calligraphy.[113]
Visits to the Seven Saints of Marrakech, Morocco 2018 - Imam Jazuli, Abu Al Abbas, Abdul Aziz & more
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Come with us to the ancient streets of Marrakech where the seven blessed saints reside. The locals have much reverence for these blessed Awliyas who served the Deen with great sincerity. Alhumdulillah it was a great blessing to sit in their presence. May our visits be accepted, Ameen.
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2. Imam Abu al-Abbas
3. Imam Abdul Aziz
4. Imam Abdullah al-Ghazwani
5. Imam Qadi Ilyad
6. Imam Youssef bin Ali
7. Imam al-Suhayli
Ben Youssef Madrasa, Marrakech, Morocco
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The Medersa was for more than four centuries a home for students in search of knowledge in various sciences, including theology. It had 132 rooms for non-Marrakesh students and could accommodate up to 900 students. Opposite the entrance door, on the other side of the rectangular basin, there is the prayer room made up of three naves delimited by marble pillars supporting arches with facades carved with ornamental motifs. The central nave overlooks a small semi-circular room whose opening is sumptuously decorated with floral and geometric motifs.