Meknes is a city in the heart of Morocco, located in the Atlas region, close to the archaeological site of the ancient Roman city of Volubilis. The city was conquered by the Moravids in the 11th century, became the capital of Morocco under the reign of Sultan Moulay Ismail during the 17th century Alaouite rule. Walk through the wonderfully narrow streets of the old city, gazing in admiration at the 17th century gates, mosques, vibrant buildings, bustling souks and the many other historical landmarks.
Meknes has many historic and treasured sites including several mosques, a mausoleum for Sultan Moulay Ismail and the famous Bou Inania madrassah, a 14th century Islamic school that is one of the most richly decorated buildings in the city. One of the historical gems is the Grand Mosque of Meknes, dating back to the 12th century and is the largest mosque in the city, covering an area of 3500 square feet.