The fountains of Meknès in constant degradation

The ancient fountains which, in the past, were an integral part of the cultural, social, and religious legacy of the city of Meknès, are today in a state of advanced deterioration and even on the verge of disappearing, due to increased water consumption and galloping urbanisation. These fountains, which refer to the idea of sharing an available good without limitation, insofar as all the historical zones of the Ismaili city (Lahdim Square, Bab Mansour, the Kasbah...) and alleys of the old Medina, regardless of their importance, were equipped with these structures to allow visitors and the population to obtain drinking water. While these precious fountains were an important and useful piece of urban equipment, they are, however, for the most part, in a state of advanced deterioration and their repair must be classified as a priority due to their historical, social, and religious importan…