Considered one of the treasures of Moroccan medieval times, the Medersa Al-Attarine was one of the most important schools of the time. Today it is possible to visit it and get to know its architecture and history inside.
In the 11th century, madrassas began to be created in northwestern Iran and were later adopted in the west. These are institutions that trained Islamic scholars in matters of law.
While in the world of the Marinids they meant spaces to reinforce the political legitimacy of their dynasty.
Some were built near educational institutions, so they functioned to provide asylum for students, particularly those who were not from Fez. They also provided them with room and board, along with their own courses.
In the case of the Al-Attarine Medersa, it was built in 1325 and housed 60 students in its 30 rooms that functioned for eight centuries until the beginning of the 20th century. Most of the students at this madrasa were from towns and cities in northwestern Morocco.
This madrassa was one of the main schools of Koranic religion, located in the Attarine neighborhood for which it was baptized. This madrassa was one of the main schools of Koranic religion, located in the Attarine neighborhood for which it was baptized. That is why they have a similar structure and are very close to each other.
In 1915 this establishment was named a monument of the historical heritage of Morocco. Since then, it has gone through various remodeling processes but has never lost its original architectural style.
Today the institution is open to the public so that they can contemplate its design and architecture. Upon entering, the silence of the area together with its beautiful marble fountain that stands in the center of the patio make it a peaceful space. The water that fills the fountain comes from the underground stream that the madrasah has.
The Medersa Al-Attarine building has two floors, on one of which is the entrance hall. On both sides of the medersa there are galleries supported by marble columns and carved wooden arches. Above them are the rooms on the second floor where the students were staying.
The central patio of the madrasa is covered by glazed ceramic tiles, wood and plasterwork. While in the decoration the geometric and calligraphic forms are repeated throughout the place.
From one end of the courtyard you can access the prayer room. This has a rectangular shape and on it stands a square wooden dome. The design of the structure demonstrates how the architects managed to achieve an elegant solution in such a limited space.
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