Mosque of the Andalusians
جامع الأندلس
An ancient 9th-century mosque on the east bank of the river, famous for its finely carved doorways and a landmark of the Andalusian quarter.
The Andalusian Mosque and the Qarawiyyin Mosque were both founded in 859. The Andalusian Mosque was funded by Mariam, sister of Fatima, and stands on the east bank of the Fez River in the quarter settled by Andalusian migrants. The surviving minaret is a 10th-century structure, and the north gate, with its richly decorated cedar eaves and tilework, is especially fine. Non-Muslims may not enter, so only the doorways can be admired. The nearby Sahrij Madrasa can be visited with a ticket and is worth a detour.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; non-Muslims not permitted inside
Nearby sights
- Sahrij Madrasa
- Chouara Tannery
- Fes el-Bali Medina
- Place Seffarine
- University of al-Qarawiyyin
- Al-Attarine Madrasa
- Zawiya of Moulay Idris II
- Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts