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Ben Youssef Madrasa vs Jemaa el-Fnaa
Both are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Jemaa el-Fnaa is preferred by most professionals compared to Ben Youssef Madrasa. Jemaa el-Fnaa comes in at #1 in Marrakech with endorsements from 8 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Afar Magazine.
Ben Youssef Madrasa
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Just off Rue Souk el Khemis, Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's
"If you want a little breath taken out of you, don't pass up the chance to see this extraordinarily well-preserved 16th-century Koranic school, North Africa's largest such institution."
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Concierge
"A 14th-century Koranic school that has been lovingly restored, the Medersa has a serene courtyard with a central, water-filled basin; and facades enhanced with tiling, stucco, and carved cedar."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This Quranic learning centre was once the largest in North Africa and remains among the most splendid."
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Travel + Leisure
"If your date loves history or design, head over to my favorite spot in the city, this college whose main buildings date back to the 14th century."
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"A beautiful center basin, incredible Moroccan mosaic tiled walls, hand sculpted plasterwork, and ornate wood work—all come together to enchant. "
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Jemaa el-Fnaa
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Central square at entrance to market, Marrakech, Morocco
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Fodor's
"The carnivalesque open square right at the center of the medina is Marrakesh's heartbeat and a UNESCO World Heritage site."
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"The vast labyrinth of narrow streets and derbs at the center of the medina is the souk—Marrakesh's marketplace and a wonder of arts, crafts, and workshops."
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Concierge
"The city's cultural epicenter, thronged day and night with a carnival of local life."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Everywhere you look in the Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakesh’s main square and open-air theatre, you’ll discover drama already in progress."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The highlight of the evening is the street art of "halka" in which words are interpreted in a special way, and tales, stories and songs are reinvented for curious onlookers and performance fans."
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