The Idrisid Dynasty is the first major Islamic Dynasty in Moroccan history. Much of modern Moroccan culture, religion, trade, and life can be directly traced to the 200 years of the Idrisid Dynasty. Headquartered in Fes, Morocco, this Dynasty is known for a lot of firsts, but most notably the oldest continually operating university in the world: The University of Al Qarawiyyin. Furthermore, the inclusion and integration with the existing Amazigh and Jewish communities of Morocco led to greater cohesion throughout Morocco. Thank you to Issam Cherrat for sharing your knowledge and wisdom on Morocco’s history through this incredible civilization.