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The city sits at 860 meters elevation in central Morocco's Middle Atlas mountains, along the banks of the Oum er-Rbia River.

Sultan Mawlāy Ismāʿīl established a fort and bridge in 1688, transforming Khenifra into a strategic location for controlling regional trade routes.

The inhabitants of Khenifra maintain strong connections to Zaian Amazigh traditions, residing in fortified ksars and practicing traditional horsemanship.

National Highway 8 connects Khenifra to major cities like Marrakech and Fès, with regular bus services operating between these destinations.

The surrounding Khenifra National Park contains extensive Atlas cedar forests and Lake Ouiouane, providing natural resources for the local population.

Location: Khénifra Province

Elevation above the sea: 860 m

Address: Khenifra, Morocco 54000 Khenifra

GPS coordinates: 32.93577,-5.66965

Latest update: July 28, 2025 11:26