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The Cité de l'Agdal in Meknès

In the mid-20th century, rapid urbanization in Morocco led to pioneering social housing projects designed to modernize residential infrastructure while incorporating traditional North African architectural elements. The Cité de l'Agdal in Meknès was developed as part of these urban housing initiatives (Habitat Marocain), featuring planned residential blocks, inner courtyards, and communal spaces designed to improve living conditions and urban organization. Issued in 1953 by Morocco (MAROC / المغرب) to benefit annual social welfare programs (SOLIDARITE), this airmail stamp (POSTE AERIENNE) features an aerial perspective of the Cité de l'Agdal in Meknès (Habitat Marocain - Cité de l'Agdal - Meknès). The design showcases the geometric layout of the newly constructed housing district with a twin-engine transport aircraft flying overhead.