The Royal Academy of Morocco is organizing an international symposium on the Almoravid and Almohad empires on October 1-2 in Rabat. The event brings together academics and researchers from Moroccan universities and international institutions to discuss the history of the two empires. The symposium will feature keynote speeches, presentations, and debates on various topics related to the Almoravid and Almohad periods.
The symposium will be attended by scholars from various Moroccan universities, including those in Rabat, Tangier, Casablanca, Meknes, Marrakech, Agadir, Oujda, and Fez. International participants will come from universities and research centers in Oxford, Berlin, Warsaw, Prague, Paris, Granada, Madrid, Mexico, Zurich, Malaga, Cambridge, Toulouse, Bordeaux, and Lausanne. The event aims to promote a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the history of the Almoravid and Almohad empires.
The symposium will cover a range of topics, including the history of the Almoravid and Almohad empires, their military performance, and the archaeological record of their periods. Participants will also discuss the arts, architecture, and intellectual history of the two empires. The event will provide a platform for scholars to share their research and engage in debates on the significance of the Almoravid and Almohad periods in Moroccan and Islamic history.
The opening session of the symposium will feature a keynote speech by Abdeljalil Lahjomri, Permanent Secretary of the Royal Academy. The session will be chaired by Abdelhaq Sebti, a member of the Academy and a historian. Other notable participants include Francois-Xavier Fauvelle, from the College de France, and Mehdi Ghaouerghate, from the Chair of African Civilizations at the Royal Academy.
The symposium will also examine the current state of historical research on the Almoravid and Almohad empires in Moroccan universities. Participants will discuss the challenges and opportunities in studying this period and explore new approaches to understanding the history of the two empires. The event aims to promote a deeper understanding of the Almoravid and Almohad periods and their significance in Moroccan and Islamic history.
In addition to the symposium, Morocco has been hosting various cultural events, including the 26th Arab Radio and Television Festival, which took place in Tunis. The festival featured a range of programs and competitions, and Moroccan productions won several awards. The country's cultural scene is also hosting other events, including the International Film Festival for Women, which will take place in Nablul and Hammamet, Tunisia.
The Royal Academy's symposium on the Almoravid and Almohad empires is a significant event that highlights Morocco's rich cultural and historical heritage. The event brings together scholars from Morocco and abroad to discuss the history and significance of the two empires. By promoting a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the Almoravid and Almohad periods, the symposium aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of Moroccan and Islamic history.
Key points
- The Royal Academy of Morocco is hosting an international symposium on the Almoravid and Almohad empires, featuring scholars from Morocco and abroad.
- The event aims to promote a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the history of the Almoravid and Almohad empires.
- The symposium will cover a range of topics, including the history of the Almoravid and Almohad empires, their military performance, and the archaeological record of their periods.
