# Medina of Marrakesh

Marrakech, Morocco

The walled old city of Marrakech, founded around 1070 by the Almoravids and ringed by red rammed-earth ramparts. A maze of souks, mosques and squares, it became Morocco's first imperial capital and earned UNESCO World Heritage status in 1985.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Medina of Marrakesh, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 31.63, -7.987

[City page](/cities/marrakech)

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