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Ben Youssef Madrasa

One of the largest madrassas in North Africa. It is a school attached to the Ben Youssef Mosque and is home to beautiful art and architecture. Build ca 1570.

Address: Kaat Benahid
Hours: 09:00-18:00, closed for religious holidays
Price: 50 dirham
Website: medersa-ben-youssef.com (opens in a new tab)

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