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Islam is the largest religion in Morocco, with roughly 98.7% of the population adhering to it.[1]

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Islam was first brought to Morocco in 680 by an Arab invasion under Uqba ibn Nafi, who was a general serving under the Umayyads of Damascus. In 788, The Idrisids ruled Morocco, being the first dynasty to do so. After adopting Islam, several Berbers formed their own Islamic dynasties and reigned over the country. Most Berbers converted to Islam after more Arabs came to Morocco with their culture and customs. Islam has been the official religion since this time. In 2008, Iran-Morocco ties were almost destroyed when Moroccan government accused the Iranian embassy in Morocco of promoting Shia Islam. Moroccan Sunnis have in the past accused Shias of proselytizing with Shia sermons to its citizens.[2][3][4]

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Muslims in Morocco are predominantly of the Maliki madhab, or school of thought.[5]

References [link]

  1. ^ The World Factbook - Morocco
  2. ^ https://www.qantara.de/webcom/show_article.php/_c-476/_nr-1132/i.html
  3. ^ https://www.imamreza.net/eng/imamreza.php?id=6618
  4. ^ https://www.mo.be/index.php?id=340&tx_uwnews_pi2[art_id]=24583&cHash=e64aaa807d
  5. ^ "Legal System - Morocco". Emory Law School - Hungary. https://www.law.emory.edu/ifl/legal/morocco.htm. Retrieved 2008-12-26. 

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Morocco

Morocco (i/məˈrɒkoʊ/; Arabic: المغرب‎ al-Maġrib; Berber: ⵍⵎⴰⵖⵔⵉⴱl'Meġrib; French: Maroc), officially the Kingdom of Morocco, is a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa. Geographically, Morocco is characterized by a rugged mountainous interior and large portions of desert. It is one of only three countries (with Spain and France) to have both Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines. The Arabic name al-Mamlakah al-Maghribiyah (Arabic: المملكة المغربية‎, meaning "The Western Kingdom") and Al-Maghrib (Arabic: المغرب‎, meaning "The West") are commonly used as alternate names.

Morocco has a population of over 33.8 million and an area of 446,550 km2 (172,410 sq mi). Its political capital is Rabat, although the largest city is Casablanca; other major cities include Marrakesh, Tangier, Tetouan, Salé, Fes, Agadir, Meknes, Oujda, Kenitra, and Nador. A historically prominent regional power, Morocco has a history of independence not shared by its neighbours. Its distinct culture is a blend of Arab, indigenous Berber, Sub-Saharan African, and European influences.

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Morocco Pavilion at Epcot

The Morocco Pavilion is a Morocco-themed pavilion that is part of the World Showcase, within Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. It was the first expansion pavilion to be added to World Showcase, opening on September 7, 1984.

Its location is between the Japanese and French Pavilions.

Layout

The Morocco Pavilion, designed to look like a Moroccan city with a realistic Minaret, features the only pavilion in which the country's government aided in the design. Guests to the pavilion gain insight on the lifestyle and culture of the Moroccan people through the Gallery of Arts and History. The Fes House shows guests the typical Moroccan house. Inside the pavilion, North African plants including citrus trees, date palms, and olive trees, and fountains can be seen. The courtyard plays hosts to entertainment, including a belly dancing show in the evening. Restaurant Marrakesh, along with the Tangierine Cafe, serve Moroccan fare, including roast lamb in Tajine, Couscous, and Harira soup. Six shops adorn the pavilion, selling patrons everything from rugs to leather goods, and traditional Moroccan clothing.

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Morocco (disambiguation)

Morocco is a country in Africa.

Morocco may also refer to:

  • Morocco, Indiana, USA
  • Morocco, West Virginia, USA
  • Morocco (1930 film)
  • El Morocco, a famous nightclub in New York City
  • Morocco leather

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  • Marocco (also spelled Morocco), a 16th-century performing horse
  • Don Muraco, former professional wrestler
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