Borj Nord, Military fortress with weapons museum in Fez, Morocco
The fortress features strong stone walls, corner bastions, and multiple levels that extend across a hilltop location north of the medina district.
Sultan Ahmed Al Mansour commissioned the construction of this fortress in 1582, employing European prisoners from the Battle of Three Kings as builders.
The Museum of Arms exhibits 5000 pieces of weaponry, including collections from prehistoric times through the 20th century with Moroccan military artifacts.
The fortress opens daily except Tuesdays, with a midday closure period, and visitors should allocate time for transportation as it stands distant from central Fez.
Portuguese architectural influences merge with Moroccan defensive elements in the structure, reflecting a period of cultural exchange in military construction methods.
Location: Fez
GPS coordinates: 34.06718,-4.98492
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:44
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