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Zawiya of Abdallah al-Ghazwani
Zawiya of Abdallah al-Ghazwani
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Zawiya of Abdallah al-Ghazwani
Zawiya of Abdallah al-Ghazwani is an Islamic zawiya (religious complex) located in Marrakesh, Morocco. It was founded in the 16th century AD by Abdallah al-Ghazwani, a Sufi leader and the successor of Abdelaziz al-Tebaa. The zawiya also includes his tomb and it was expanded in later historical periods.
Site Information
Country: Morocco
District: Marrakesh-Safi
Category: Mosques and Islamic Buildings
Site History: 16th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
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Elevation: 462 m
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