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Want to discover Fez? There are a thousand and one ways to experience it. The imperial city is the capital of the traditional culture of Morocco. Cradles of knowledge, its superb medersas are its flamboyant symbol. Located inside the medina, the entrance to the Bab Bou-Jeloud district is through its huge door from 1913. Decorated with blue and green earthenware, the colors of the city. Inside this district, visitors can visit the Bar Batah museum, bringing together the Arts and Traditions of the city. The latter took place in the palace of the same name, erected during the 19th century. The Koranic school Madrasa Bou Inania has an architecture bursting with various ornaments.

If you want to discover Morocco and a medina (and its famous souks), Fez is THE city to visit. No other medina in Morocco can match that of Fez. And certainly not that of Marrakech ;-) The medina of Fez corresponds to the old city, in Arabic, this part of the city is called Fes el Bali.

Of course, other medinas in Morocco have charm, such as the medina of Essaouira or that of Chefchaouen. But that of Fez has a past, a history, a great and rich history! In addition, even if there are many souvenir shops, the authenticity of the medina is still very present in Fez! The medina of Fez is a place of life for tens of thousands of people and it is not just an old town where tourists wander to visit it ...

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the medina of Fez has remained almost intact since its creation at the very end of the 8th century. Visiting Fez is not quite about discovering its medina. But almost !

Historic heart of Fez, it is in the medina which brings together the main historical buildings. There are hammams, bread ovens, many artisans, many mosques, religious schools (madrasa), caravanserais (foundouk in Arabic) or mausoleums (zaouia). All in a medina that can be traveled on foot only. It is the largest urban and pedestrian area in the world! Even if visiting Fez and its medina is not easy, one can only be conquered by so much history in its alleys ...

I could tell you about the hours of this city which still intrigues me so much despite many stays in Fez and Morocco.

Fez in Morocco, a mythical city of the kingdom. I like Morocco. And I particularly like the city of Fez located in the north of Morocco. That's why I decided to publish this guide to visit Fez! If you don't really know this city and are wondering what to do in Fez, this post is for you ...

Fez is clearly my favorite city in Morocco and one of the cities that I enjoy the most, all trips combined. That’s why I am sharing with you this complete guide to visiting Fez. You will find ideas for visits to Fez, what to do in Fez, the must-sees of the city but also many practical tips for a successful trip to Fez in Morocco!

Fez is, without a doubt, the city of the kingdom which has the most history. With Damascus, Baghdad, Cordoba and Istanbul, it was one of the main cities of the Arab-Muslim civilization. Obviously, Fez is therefore full of places of interest that can only appeal to lovers of cultural discovery.

The traces of this rich past are still very present: a preserved and authentic medina, many religious monuments, a city still deeply rooted in traditions, ... Many buildings in the medina of Fez testify to the past grandeur of the city.

Through this post, I hope to make you want to visit Fez during your trip to Morocco. Without forgetting its surroundings which also deserve to be visited over several days. Alternatively, if you are already convinced by the idea of ​​visiting Fez, I hope this guide to Fez will help you prepare for your trip by giving you some tips.

Built in the middle of the 14th century, this madrasah is part of the process of revitalization of the city initiated by the Marinid dynasty.

Tourists can also stroll along Talaa Kebira Avenue, one of the longest in the city, dotted with shopping boutiques.