Marrakech Attractions
Ben Youssef Medrassa © China Crisis
Ben Youssef Madrassa
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.
Address: Rue Souk el Khemis;
Telephone: +212 (0)44 390911
