Bab Berdieyinne, City gate in Medina of Meknes, Morocco.
Description
Bab Berdieyinne is a city gate in the Medina of Meknes featuring Islamic architectural elements with detailed stone carvings. Traditional geometric patterns decorate the structure throughout.
History
The gate was built in the early 1700s under Sultan Moulay Ismail when he made Meknes the capital of Morocco. This period saw the fortification and beautification of the city.
Culture
The gate takes its name from a historical market where saddle pads were sold, reflecting the trading traditions of the old city. This naming shows how closely the entrances were tied to the commercial life of Meknes.
Practical
The gate remains accessible as a main entrance to the old city and is well-positioned within the urban landscape. Visitors can pass through at any time since it is open to the public.
Did you know?
The adjacent mosque had a minaret that collapsed in 2010 and was later rebuilt following royal orders. The reconstruction maintained the original specifications of the structure.
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