# Ville Nouvelle (Hamria)

Meknes, Morocco

The Ville Nouvelle, known as Hamria, is the modern quarter of Meknes, laid out by French planners after 1912 on a plateau across the valley from the medina. Wide avenues, cafes, and civic buildings give it a brisk, contemporary rhythm.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Ville Nouvelle (Hamria), with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 33.894, -5.54

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