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University of Al Quaraouiyine

📍 Al-Karaouine, Fès, Morocco

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Quick Facts

Location: Morocco, Fes
Category: University & Campus
Duration: About 1 hour
Opening Hours: ~8:00–17:00 (reference)
Ticket Price: Free outside (reference)
Address: Al-Karaouine, Fès, Morocco
Coordinates: 34.0651, -4.9736

Introduction

The al-Karaouine mosque and university was founded in 859 and is recognised as the world's oldest continuously operating degree-granting institution. Its courtyards, library and madrasas in the Fès Médina are the living heart of Islamic scholarship and manuscript civilisation — proof of a millennium of learning.

✨ Highlights

Founded 859

The al-Karaouine mosque and university was founded in 859 and is recognised as the world's.

Still teaching

At Al-Karaouine University & Mosque, Still teaching reveals a distinct facet.

Courts, library

To go deeper, Courts, library is the perfect entry point.

Scholar heart

Scholar heart adds a different flavour to Al-Karaouine University & Mosque.

🛈 Practical Info

→Duration：About 1 hour

→Tip：See outer court

→Note：No entry at prayer

→Opening Hours：~8:00–17:00 (reference)

→Ticket Information：Free outside (reference)

→Transportation：Fès

💡 Tips

• Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours.

• Opening ~8:00–17:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.

• Getting there: Fès; pair with nearby sights.

• Al-Karaouine University & Mosque rewards a slow visit—catch the signature view.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of University of Al Quaraouiyine?

~8:00–17:00 (reference)

How much is the admission for University of Al Quaraouiyine?

Free outside (reference)

Any practical tips for visiting University of Al Quaraouiyine?

Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening ~8:00–17:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.