Morocco

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Idrisids coin minted at Al Aliyah Morocco 840 CE
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Kingdom of Morocco
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Flag of Morocco
Flag
Coat of arms of Morocco
Coat of arms
Motto: Template:Native phrase
"God, Homeland, King"
Anthem: Template:Native phrase
"Cherifian Anthem"
CapitalRabat
Largest cityCasablanca
Official languagesArabic, Berber
GovernmentUnitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy
Area
• Total
710,850 km2 (274,460 sq mi)
Population
• 2021 estimate
36,910,560
CurrencyMoroccan dirham (MAD)
Time zoneUTC+0 (WET)
• Summer (DST)
UTC+1 (WEST)
Driving sideright
Calling code+212
ISO 3166 code[[ISO 3166-2:MA

|MA

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Internet TLD.ma


Morocco (Arabic: المغرب , al-Maghrib), officially the Kingdom of Morocco, is a country located in the Maghreb region of North Africa. It overlooks the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the west, with land borders with Western Sahara to the south, Algeria to the east, and is close to Spain to the north.

History[edit | edit source]

The history of Morocco spans several millennia, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Paleolithic era. The region has been influenced by various cultures, including the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, and Arabs. The establishment of the Idrisid dynasty in the 8th century marked the beginning of the Islamic era in Morocco.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Morocco is characterized by a diverse geography that includes the Atlas Mountains, the Rif Mountains, and the Sahara Desert. The country's climate ranges from Mediterranean in the coastal regions to arid in the interior.

Politics[edit | edit source]

Morocco is a constitutional monarchy with an elected parliament. The King holds significant executive and legislative powers, particularly over the military, foreign policy, and religious affairs. The current monarch is Mohammed VI, who ascended to the throne in 1999.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Morocco is considered a relatively liberal economy governed by the law of supply and demand. Key sectors include agriculture, mining, tourism, and textiles. The country is the world's largest exporter of phosphates.

Culture[edit | edit source]

Moroccan culture is a blend of Arab, Berber, and European influences. The country is known for its rich traditions in music, dance, and cuisine. The official languages are Arabic and Berber, with French also widely spoken.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

Morocco has a population of approximately 36.9 million people. The majority of the population is of Berber and Arab descent. Islam is the predominant religion, with the majority of Moroccans adhering to Sunni Islam.

Education[edit | edit source]

Education in Morocco is free and compulsory through primary school. The country has several universities, including the University of Al Quaraouiyine, which is considered the oldest continuously operating degree-granting university in the world.

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]


Morocco Resources

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD