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Chouara Tanneries
Dyeing vats reveal a historic craft; observe without entering working areas.
01 / Discover
Discover Fes
Fes is one of Morocco’s imperial cities and an important religious and cultural centre. In UNESCO-listed Fes el-Bali, narrow streets connect mosques, madrasas, markets and courtyard houses. This is a lived-in city, with craftsmanship woven into daily life.
02 / History of
History of Fes
Founded in the Idrisid period around the turn of the 9th century, Fes grew with communities from al-Andalus and Kairouan. The Marinids added madrasas and Fes el-Jdid in the 13th century. Today it preserves centuries of urban, religious and craft heritage.
03 / Fes
Culture & heritage
Zellige, leather and woodwork express Amazigh, Arab and Andalusian traditions. The Al-Qarawiyyin area recalls the importance of religious learning. Respect places of worship and ask before photographing artisans.
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Places to discover
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Local life & food
Tagines, couscous, pastilla and almond pastries belong to the city’s table. Pause for mint tea and observe neighbourhood bakeries and markets.
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Best time to visit
Spring and autumn are generally pleasant. Summer can be hot and winter cool and rainy; bring comfortable shoes for the medina.
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Things to do
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Explore the medina, madrasas and markets.
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Observe leatherwork and zellige craftsmanship.
A closer look
Guide sourcesUNESCO · Medina of Fez ↗
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