Morocco: flag, capital, currency and history

Flag of Morocco

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History of Morocco

Morocco's earliest known inhabitants were Berber peoples, and the Phoenicians and Romans later established trading posts and provinces along the coast. Arab armies arrived in the late 7th century, and the Idrisid dynasty founded the first Moroccan Islamic state in 788. The Almoravids, Almohads, Marinids and Saadians then ruled in turn. The Alaouite dynasty, still reigning, took power in the 17th century. In 1912 France and Spain established protectorates over most of the country. Morocco regained independence from France in 1956, and the status of Western Sahara remains disputed. It is a constitutional monarchy with its capital at Rabat.

Key dates

1. 788Idris I founds the Idrisid dynasty, the first Moroccan Islamic state.
2. 11th centuryThe Almoravid dynasty rises and later founds Marrakesh.
3. 12th centuryThe Almohad dynasty replaces the Almoravids and rules Morocco and parts of Iberia.
4. 17th centuryThe Alaouite dynasty takes power.
5. 1912The Treaty of Fez establishes the French protectorate; Spain controls zones in the north and south.
6. 1956Morocco regains independence from France.
7. 2011A new constitution is adopted following a referendum.

A short overview, not a full history. Dates are given for well-documented events only.

Currency of Morocco

Morocco uses the Moroccan dirham (MAD, د.م.). Use our free currency converter to check exchange rates.

Festivals and greetings in Morocco

Celebrations observed in Morocco, with free greeting images and wishes you can personalise.

RamadanEid al-Adha

All greeting images for Morocco · Festival calendar

Frequently asked questions

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