In which country would you find Jemaa el Fna?

Jamaa el-Fnaa (Jemaa el Fna, Djema el-Fna, Djemaa el-Fnaa) in Morocco continues a rich tradition of sights, sounds and scents that has been ongoing since the 11th century.

What is the square in Marrakech called?

Jemaa El Fna
Every city has its agora, the place where the heart of its population beats. For the Marrakchis, for Moroccans and for the whole world, Jemaa El Fna embodies the identity of Marrakech. Jemaa El Fna Square is undoubtedly the international symbol of Marrakech and, more broadly, of Morocco.

What are medinas in Morocco?

A medina is the old part of a town or city, found in many countries of North Africa, not just Morocco. It is typically walled, and contains narrow streets, fountains, palaces and mosques. Many medinas are car-free as there is not enough space in the alleyways for cars to pass.

How did Jemaa el Fna get its name?

This ruined mosque may have given the square its current name, Jemaa el-Fna (“Mosque of Ruins”). On January 24, 1864, a massive explosion took place in the area of the square, reportedly caused by the criminal negligence of certain officials trying to avoid a government inspection.

Why is Jemaa el Fnaa square important to Marrakech?

Decried or beloved, the thrilling Jemaa El Fnaa Square Marrakech has been for centuries the heart of the Medina of Marrakech: place of justice of the ancient times, place of passage for tourists, place of Entertainment r ecognized by UNESCO since 2001, agora of ancient and recent cultural events.

When did Jamaa el Fna square get rebuilt?

After a destructive battle in 1147, Jamaa el-Fna and much of the city were renovated. The ramparts were also enlarged by Abu Yacoub Youssef and in particular by Yacoub el Mansour from 1147 to 1158. The mosque, palace, hospital, parade ground and gardens surrounding the market square have also been renovated and the Kasbah fortified.

Where was Jamaa el Fnaa in The Amazing Race?

Jamaa El-Fnaa, Marrakesh’s main square, was featured in the fifth episode of the 25th Season of The Amazing Race. The square was featured in the Alfred Hitchcock movie The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956). An interesting account of the place in the 1970s can be seen in Esther Freud ‘s novel Hideous Kinky.