Marrakesh Prefecture, Administrative prefecture in Marrakesh-Safi region, Morocco
Marrakesh Prefecture is the local administrative authority in the Marrakesh-Safi region serving multiple rural communities under unified governance. It operates as the coordinating center for public services and local governance across its municipalities.
The prefecture was established in 2015 when Morocco reorganized its administrative regions, dividing the former Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz area into the new Marrakesh-Safi region. This restructuring shifted administrative boundaries and responsibilities across the territory.
The fourteen municipalities within the prefecture maintain distinct local traditions, from agricultural practices to social customs that reflect rural Moroccan life.
Official matters are best handled with a direct visit during business hours, as many processes require in-person appointments. The offices are located in a central area of Marrakesh and can be easily reached by local transport.
Located at 474 meters above sea level, the prefecture connects multiple rural settlements while maintaining direct administrative links to Morocco's capital, Rabat.
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