Bejaâd

Bejaad
بجعد ⴱⴻⵊⴰⴷ
Boujaad
Town
Bejaad
Location within Morocco
Coordinates (town center): 32°55′N 6°56′W / 32.917°N 6.933°W / 32.917; -6.933
CountryMorocco
RegionBéni Mellal-Khénifra
ProvinceKhouribga
Elevation
400 m (1,300 ft)
Population
 (2023)
 • Total
~50,000
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)

Bejaad (also spelled Boujaad; Arabic: بجعد; Amazigh/Tamazight: ⴱⴻⵊⴰⴷ; Hebrew: בוג'עד) is a historic town in central Morocco, located in Khouribga Province within the Béni Mellal-Khénifra region. Known for its deep-rooted Sufi traditions, vibrant artisanal culture, and spiritual heritage, Bejaad is often described as one of Morocco's most soulful and underrated towns.

References

  • "Bejaad Rugs and Traditions". Retrieved 2025-06-30.
  • Smith, John (2019). Moroccan Towns and Culture. Morocco Press. ISBN 978-1234567890. {{cite book}}: Check |isbn= value: checksum (help)
  • "Zaouia El Kettania". Retrieved 2025-06-30.