Dar al-Makhzen Fez, Royal palace in the Fes el Jdid quarter, Morocco
The Royal Palace complex extends over 195 acres, containing multiple private structures, courtyards, gardens, and a mosque within its high protective walls.
Founded in 1276 by the Marinid dynasty, the palace underwent major reconstruction in 1864 under Sultan Mohammed ben Abdallah, replacing the previous structure.
The palace operates as the official residence of King Mohammed VI and features a cookery school, royal library, and the Collège Royal for education.
While the palace interior remains closed to visitors, the ornate brass gates at Place des Alaouites display traditional Moroccan architectural craftsmanship.
The palace grounds include the Lalla Mina Gardens, developed in the 19th century during Sultan Moulay Abd ar-Rahman's restoration efforts.
Location: Fez
Part of: Medina of Fez
GPS coordinates: 34.05316,-4.99363
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:25
Fes displays Morocco's history through its architecture, mosques, and crafts. The city contains one of the world's oldest universities, traditional tanneries, and notable religious schools. Blue gates, palaces, museums, and fortresses define the urban landscape. The Jewish quarters and synagogues add to the city's cultural heritage.
Chouara Tannery
2.5 km
Bou Inania Madrasa
1.4 km
Bab Bou Jeloud
1.3 km
Fes Jdid
389 m
Dar al-Magana
1.4 km
Jnan Sbil Gardens
849 m
Dar Batha
1.3 km
Grand Mosque of Fes el-Jdid
515 m
Al-Hamra Mosque
413 m
Ibn Danan Synagogue
187 m
Bab Mahrouk
1.3 km
Kasbah An-Nouar
1.3 km
Dar al-Makina
723 m
Abu al-Hassan Mosque
1.4 km
Bab Lhadid
1.4 km
Slat El Fassiyine Synagogue
262 m
Bab Dekkakin
648 m
Al-Beida Mosque
442 m
Bou Jeloud Mosque
1.2 km
Kasbah of Cherarda
1.1 km
Bab el-Semarine
353 m
Bab Segma
769 m
Bab al-Amer
198 m
Stade Hassan-II
796 m
Jewish cemetery of Fes
216 m
Bab Chorfa
1.3 km
Moulay Abdallah Mosque
420 m
Musée Batha
1.3 kmReviews
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