Fes is rich in history, culture, traditions, and more. Most people may just spend 1-2 days only in Fes, so what are the 10 best things to see and do in Fes?
1️⃣ Chouara Tannery
The most iconic place in Fes. Chouara Tannery is the oldest tannery in the world, and the workers here are still using the traditional method to dye the skin.
2️⃣ medersa bou inania
This medersa is beautifully restored, with traditional zelligs, carved platers as decor.
3️⃣ Royal Palace
Though the Royal Palace is not open to the public, you can still take amazing pictures from outside, especially the popular huge golden door.
Golden door or Royal Palace in Fes, Morocco
4️⃣ the Oldest University – University al Karaouine
University Karaouine is the oldest university in the world which is still running. You can have a glimpse of the courtyard from outside.
5️⃣ Mellah – Jewish Quarter
Next to the royal palace is the Jewish quarter. You will find a totally different atmosphere here.
6️⃣ bab boujeloud – the blue gate
The famous blue gate is a place you should be missed
7️⃣ see the panoramic view of fes
Go up to the hill and see the beautiful fes from there.
8️⃣ watch sunset from the Merenid Tombs
From this 14 th century tombs up on the hill, you can overlook this old city during sunset.
9️⃣ visit a zellig factory
Zellig (mosaics) is popular handicraft in morocco. Pay a visit to one of the Zellig factories here to admire the extraordinary Moroccan arts.
🔟 get lost in the medina
Fes Medina is also a UNESCO site. It is over 9000 small alleys in the medina. Let’s get lost and enjoy this historical site!
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