Who would say that deep inside the old Medina of Marrakech, you would find a 16th century UNESCO World Heritage Fountain? Indeed Chrob ou Chouf fountain is a precious 16th century work of architecture. This Saadian fountain was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site back in 1985.
Photo of 16th century UNESCO Fountain Shrob ou shouf
Its upper crown is made of wood in the form of a honeycomb and the whole is covered by a green tile roof. Above the gorgeous lintel is an Andalusian inscription inviting passers-by to drink and look. This is in Arabic is “said shrob ou shouf” (can be also spelled Chrob ou chouf.
Video of Fountain Shrob ou shouf in Marrakech
Shrob ou shouf fountain in Marrakech is located on a normal Marrakech street not far from Ben Youssef Madrasa. This is an important landmark with the fantastic characteristic that is still used today by local people. You can go there, drink the water or wash your hands.
Photo of 16th century UNESCO Fountain Shrob ou shouf
Many fountains in Marrakech were built following a Islamic thought that water has to be given. So, more wealthy people used to pay to build fountains in diverse parts of the medina. This way, poorer people always had water to drink.
