Hamid Triki dedicated several decades of his life to intertwining academic research, historical documentation, and field expertise, earning recognition that led him to collaborate with premier international institutions specializing in heritage conservation. His commitment to the preservation of culture and history was not just a career but a lifelong passion that influenced many around him.
For a significant period of ten years, Triki served as an academic advisor for the **El Legado Andalusí Foundation** in Granada, where he contributed his extensive knowledge to various projects. His expertise was also sought after by the Arab World Institute in Paris and the Aga Khan Foundation for Architecture, based in Geneva, further solidifying his status as a leading figure in the field of heritage studies.
Triki's work received international acclaim, highlighted by prestigious awards such as the Grand Medal of Arts, Sciences, and Letters from the Academy of Paris and the Grand Atlas Prize awarded by the French Embassy in Morocco. These accolades recognized his seminal work focused on the historical medersa of Marrakech, entitled _Médersa de Marrakech_, which has become a critical reference point for scholars and enthusiasts of Moroccan history.
As the author of over a dozen works, Triki devoted much of his research to exploring Moroccan cities, their urban evolution, and both tangible and intangible heritage. His notable publications include _Fès… mille deux ans d’histoire_ (2008), _Fès… l’âme du Maroc_ (2015), _Marrakech… Histoire et monuments_, and _La colline des potiers… Histoire de la ville de Safi et de sa céramique_, which has become an essential resource on the history and artistry of Safi ceramics. Additionally, he co-authored _Maroc… Magie des lieux_ in collaboration with the Arab World Institute, enriching the dialogue around Moroccan cultural spaces.
In his later years, Triki was engaged in a significant project dedicated to the Alhambra Palace in Andalusia. This undertaking, which was the result of many years of research and documentation, was intended to further enhance a scientific body of work that focused on the shared heritage between Morocco and Andalusia, illustrating the interconnectedness of these two rich cultures.
In the city of Safi, Triki played a pivotal role in numerous heritage initiatives. He co-founded the **Mémoire de Safi** association and was involved in an extensive documentary project that spanned three years, culminating in a traveling exhibition that chronicled a millennium of history for this Atlantic city. His contributions extended to the inventory and classification of historical monuments in Safi, the development of tourist signage, and the publication of the book _Céramique de Safi entre histoire et gestes ancestraux_, which celebrated the memory and traditional craftsmanship of Safi ceramics.
Triki's dedication went beyond mere research; he forged scientific partnerships with the University of Évora in Portugal, mobilizing the necessary expertise to safeguard the historical monument of Qasr Al-Bahr in Safi. He also invested time in promoting the spiritual routes of the city, particularly those of Ribat Cheikh and Ribat Sidi Chiker, while advocating for the inclusion of Safi ceramics in UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
As reported by lopinion.ma.
