Bou Inania Madrassa
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The Bou Inania Madrassa (Arabic: المدرسة البوعنانية - Al-madrasa Al-abū `inānīya) is a madrassa (Islamic learning center) founded by the Marinid ruler Abu Inan Faris in Meknes, Morocco in 1350. He also founded a madrassa with the same name in the city of Fes.
The madrassa is considered as the best monument the Marinids have left. It is one of the marvels of Islamic architecture. The columns and doors have wonderful decorations, including the writings of carved ornaments.
The monument contains a prayer hall, a place for ablution, classrooms and a large patio.
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