Al-Qarawiyyin

Al-Qarawiyyin is a historic university located in Fez, Morocco, founded in 859 AD. Recognized as the world's oldest existing degree-granting institution by UNESCO and the Guinness World Records, it has historically been a center for religious, scholarly, and scientific studies. Over the centuries, Al-Qarawiyyin has played a crucial role in Islamic scholarship, philosophy, mathematics, astronomy, and law, influencing both the Muslim world and beyond. Today, it continues to serve as a university, preserving its rich heritage while engaging in contemporary higher education and research.