The Jemaa el-Fna is one of the main squares and cultural spaces in Marrakesh, Morocco. The square is located at the entrance of the Medina of Marrakesh.
The Jemaa el-Fna represents a unique concentration of popular Moroccan cultural traditions performed through musical, religious and artistic expressions.
In addition to its old role as a place of public executions, the square was also the site of a traditional Friday market, a stage for public entertainment.
This triangular square is surrounded by restaurants, stands and public buildings, provides everyday commercial activities and various forms of entertainment.
The idea of the protection of intangible heritage came from Moroccan people concerned about the Jemaa el-Fna Square. The square is known for traditional activities by storytellers, musicians and other performers, but it was threatened by economic development pressures. In fighting for the protection of traditions, the residents called for action on an international level to recognize the need for the protection of such places-termed as cultural spaces and other traditional forms of cultural expression.
The civil protection of people at the Jemaa el-Fna Square inspired UNESCO to create the "Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity" in 2001.
In the same year the Jemaa el-Fna was proclaimed an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, and in 2008 it was included in UNESCO's List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
On April 28, 2011, a terrorist bombing at the Argana Cafe in the square killed 17 people and injured another 25.
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18 сен 2024
