Medersa Ben Youssef
Some impressions from the Medersa Ben Youssef in Marrakesh.
This Islamic school dates back to the 16th century and used to be the most important such institution in the whole Maghreb.
February 11, 2007
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Sicily: San Giovanni degli Eremiti (Palermo)
San Giovanni degli Eremiti (12th century) is romantically situated in a very photogenic setting: a small garden that allows for many interesting angles. Consequently, the entrance fee is a bit steep. Those interested in the history of architecture will be baffled by the ingenious mixture of normannic and arabic styles. ...