Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun lies an interesting sight: a double-tiered aqueduct with architectural features that resemble closely those of aqueducts built by the Ancient Romans. This, alongside its proximity to the Ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, has led many people over the years to assume that it dates back to the time of the Roman Empire. Far from it, the Haroune Aqueduct was built during the reign of the Alaouite Sultan Moulay Abdel Aziz in the early 20th century. The aqueduct’s primary purpose was, and…
