considered a symbol of Morocco and the power of the Almoravid and Almohad dynasties. It was founded in 1070/71 by Yusuf ibn Tashufin and became the capital for the two following centuries. In the 16th century Marrakesh was used by the 'Alawites as a military post.

Marrakesh was the capital city for:
* the Almoravid dynasty, from 1071 to 1147;
* the Almohad dynasty,