Bou Inania Madrasa, Meknes

Name: Bou Inania Madrasa
Address: Meknes, Morocco

#8 among attractions in Meknes

Top attraction, Historical place, Museum, Vernacular architecture

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The Bou Inania Madrasa is a historic madrasa in the city of Meknes, Morocco. The building, well-preserved thanks to later restorations, is considered an excellent example of the richly-decorated madrasas of the Marinid period. ()

Local name: المدرسة البوعنانية Completed: 1336 (688 years ago)Coordinates: 33°53'43"N, 5°33'54"W

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Bou Inania Madrasa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kasbah of Moulay Ismail, Dar Jamai Museum, Bab el-Khemis, Lalla Aouda Mosque.

1.1 miS
Palace
Kasbah of Moulay Ismail, Meknes
29 min walk • The Kasbah of Moulay Ismail is a historical citadel located in the heart of Meknes, Morocco. It stands as a monumental legacy of Sultan Moulay Ismail, who made Meknes the capital of Morocco during his reign in the 17th and 18th centuries.
~730 ftSW
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Dar Jamai Museum, Meknes
4 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Meknes, Morocco, the Dar Jamai Museum stands as a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage. This ornate palace, transformed into a museum in 1920, was originally built in 1882 by the Jamai family, who were prominent figures...
0.5 miSW
City gate
Bab el-Khemis, Meknes
13 min walk • Bab el-Khemis is a significant historical gateway located in the vibrant city of Meknes, Morocco. This imposing gate, whose name translates to "Thursday Gate," stands as a testament to the rich history and architectural prowess that Meknes is known for.
~950 ftE
Mosque
Lalla Aouda Mosque, Meknes
5 min walk • The Lalla Aouda Mosque is a historical and architectural gem nestled in the heart of Meknes, one of Morocco's imperial cities. Established in the 18th century during the reign of Sultan Moulay Ismail, this mosque stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious...
~620 ftSW
Mosque
Grand Mosque of Meknes, Meknes
3 min walk • The Grand Mosque of Meknes is the historic main mosque of the old city of Meknes, Morocco. It is the largest and most important mosque in the old city and one of its oldest monuments.
~1770 ftNW
Mosque
Bab al-Barda'in, Meknes
9 min walk • Bab al-Barda'in or Bab Berdaïne is the northern gate of the historic medina of Meknes, Morocco.
~1760 ftS
33°53'27"N • 5°33'48"W
Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, Meknes
9 min walk • Museum, Historical place
~990 ftS
33°53'33"N • 5°33'53"W
Bab Mansour, Meknes
5 min walk • City gate, Art gallery, Museum
0.6 miE
Mosque
Bab Berdieyinne Mosque, Meknes
16 min walk • The Bab Berdieyinne Mosque is a mosque in the old city of Meknes, Morocco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The mosque was built in the early 18th century on the orders of Morocco's first female minister, Khnata bent Bakkar, and was constructed of rammed earth.
~820 ftS
33°53'35"N • 5°33'56"W
Place Hedim, Meknes
4 min walk • Historical place
0.6 miSW
Synagogue
Rabbi Meir Toledano Synagogue in Meknes, Meknes
15 min walk • The Rabbi Meir Toledano Synagogue is a synagogue located in the medina of Meknes, Morocco. The first construction of the synagogue dates from the 13th century before its destruction by an earthquake in 1630.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bou Inania Madrasa?

Nearby attractions include Grand Mosque of Meknes, Meknes (3 min walk), Dar Jamai Museum, Meknes (4 min walk), Place Hedim, Meknes (4 min walk), Lalla Aouda Mosque, Meknes (5 min walk).

How to get to Bou Inania Madrasa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bou Inania Madrasa:

Bus

Lahboul • Lines: N21, N3, N7 (6 min walk)
Bab Tizimi • Lines: N10, N12, N17, N19, N20, N22, N24, N5, N6, N9 (9 min walk)

Train

Meknès - Al Amir Abdelkader (30 min walk)