Imperial cities of Morocco Imperial cities of Morocco The imperial cities of Morocco are the four historical capital cities of Morocco: Fez, Marrakesh, Meknes and Rabat. Rabat is the current capital of Morocco. Founded by Idris I between 789 and 808, the town of Fez was the capital city several times: Marrakesh is considered a symbol of Morocco and the power of the Almoravid and Almohad dynasties. It was founded in 1071 and became the capital for the two following centuries. Marrakesh was the capital city capital for: Founded by the Alaouite sultan Ismail Ibn Sharif (r.1672–1727), who built its walls and made it
Languages of Morocco and learning have grown over the last decade, especially since 2002, when English instruction was introduced from the 7th grade in public schools. Because it is the primary international language worldwide and because there are no colonial overtones, the language gained prestige within Morocco. In a survey held by Ennaji in the summers of 2000, 2001, and 2002, 58% of the respondents said that English was their favorite foreign language because it is the primary international prestige language. Languages of Morocco There are a number of languages of Morocco. The two official languages are Modern Standard Arabic and Amazigh (Berber).