Al-Qarawiyyin University

Al-Qarawiyyin University, located in Fez, Morocco, is recognized by UNESCO and the Guinness World Records as the oldest existing degree-granting university in the world, founded in 859 AD by Fatima al-Fihri. Originally established as a madrasa, it has played a crucial role in the development of Islamic education and scholarship. The university focuses on various disciplines, including theology, law, and natural sciences. Over the centuries, it has attracted scholars and students from across the globe, making it a vibrant center for learning and cultural exchange in the Islamic world.