Dar al-Makina, Former military hall in Medina of Fez, Morocco
The structure features vaulted chambers, an Italianate gateway named Bab al-Makina, and a series of interconnected rooms within the historic complex.
Sultan Moulay Hassan established this arms manufacturing facility in 1885 with Italian military assistance to modernize the Moroccan army against European influences.
The building represents a fusion of Moroccan and European architectural elements, situated near the Royal Palace in the protected Medina district.
The structure stands at geographical coordinates 34.059444, -4.991667, with restoration work scheduled between 2018 and 2023 to preserve its heritage.
The factory's design mirrors the architectural pattern of royal granaries in Meknes, with photographs from 1916 documenting its industrial operations.
Location: Fez
Part of: Medina of Fez
GPS coordinates: 34.05944,-4.99167
Latest update: March 10, 2025 01:09
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