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Sidi El Fassi Mausoleum
This mausoleum is dedicated to Sidi Ahmed El Fassi (Abu al-Abbas Ahmed Ibn Abi al-Mahasin Al Fassi), a highly revered Sufi ascetic and teacher from the prominent Al Fassi family of Ksar el-Kebir. Born in 1612, he was celebrated for his profound piety, his dedication to feeding the poor, and his scholarly works, including a biography of his father who died resisting colonial concessions in Larache. His shrine remains a center of spiritual devotion in the Qattanin neighborhood.
Timeline
1612
Birth
Sidi Ahmed El Fassi is born in Ksar el-Kebir shortly after the death of his father.
1650
Celebrated Sufi
Ahmed El Fassi becomes a celebrated Sufi master and philanthropist in the city.
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