The construction of a metro line, which crosses 11th century Islamic ruins in Malaga, is causing controversy. Despite objections from the Andalusian Ministry of Culture, the metro company is pursuing its development work.
Another symbol of the heritage of Casablanca will go into oblivion. The mythical Central Market, a place known to all Casablancans, will be part of history. The local development company, Casa Aménagement, has decided to transform it into a gastronomic market to international standards.
The Amazigh language will soon be recognized. For the President of the House of Advisors, Hakim Benchamach, this recognition is on its way to becoming a reality thanks to the adoption of the two organic bills on the language, which augurs a new stage in the implementation of the official status of this language in Morocco.
Revenues from historical sites in the different regions of the Kingdom have seen a substantial increase of 5.87 million dirhams between January and mid-July 2019, compared to the same period in 2016. According to the Ministry of Culture and Communication, a revenue of 90 million dirhams was recorded.
A new rehabilitation project for the Phoenician city of Lixus will be initiated by the Ministry of Culture and Communication, requiring a budget of 15 million dirhams. 22 centuries old, the ancient city is a model of national historical heritage.
A call for tenders will be launched in September for the rehabilitation and management of two emblematic cultural sites in Tangier. The Plaza de Toros and the Cervantes Theater, two places belonging to the Spanish heritage, will be the subject of a rehabilitation worth 13 million dirhams.
The many royal projects deployed towards the imperial city have quickly transformed it, restoring its historical luster and former radiance. The old medina of Fez has therefore benefited from significant investments for the delight of visitors and the local population.
New sites have been classified under the "historic monuments" umbrella, by the Ministry of Culture and Communication (Department of Culture). According to the ministry, this approach is part of the implementation of its action plan aimed at protecting, enhancing and promoting the national heritage.
At least 300 buildings are labeled by the urban commune of the city of Rabat and the Rabat Region Development Company as real dangers to the population.
The opening of the archaeological site of Lixus at the mouth of the Oued Loukkos, near Larache, is just a matter of days. Indeed, on the occasion of the celebration of Heritage Month, the Ministry of Culture and Communication announced the date of April 20 to make this historic site accessible to the public.