Chefchaouen was founded in 1471, it is located in the hollow of 2 mountains, Ech – Chaoua. The Idrissides shorfa (descendants of the Prophet Muhammad) founded it as a stronghold against the Portuguese.
The city has narrow alleys and bright blue buildings. It has pretty little squares, beautifully decorated fountains and decorative doors.
Its blue walls, narrow paths and red roof tiles make this city charming.
