Video - Moroccan Marvels: Gold, Quartz Sunglasses, and Pirates – Unveiling History's Hidden Gems!

Did you know that Morocco has a history full of jaw-dropping facts? For instance, during the 16th century, Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur grew so wealthy from gold trade that he was nicknamed "The Golden Sultan." And speaking of bizarre, in the 11th century, the Almoravid dynasty introduced the world to sunglasses made from quartz! Not to mention, the city of Fez is home to the world's oldest continuously operating university, founded in 859 AD by a woman, Fatima al-Fihri. How's that for girl power? Oh, and here's a kicker: Moroccan pirates once captured an entire town in Iceland in 1627! So, what's your favorite Moroccan history fact? Drop it in the comments below!