"Morocco - (Fès(z)) - its history - its tourism" Top 5 Page for this destination Wilaya de Fes by Luchonda

Wilaya de Fes Travel Guide: 204 reviews and 386 photos

First sentence of the Koran ""Allah...

Morroco, located in the NW of Africa, counts three mayor cities.
-Casablanca as an economical pivot table
-Rabat as the Capital and seat of the government
-And .. Fès finaly as intellectual and artisan headquarter of Morocco.
Even more .. Morocco counts 4 imperial cities: Rabat, Marrakesh, Fès and Mehnès.
Fès is the oldest one
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Once you find your way in the many narrow streets of the Fès Medina you have to visit the El Attarina medresse, a highlight of combined architecture of wood and marble.
It is here that i was fascinated by the "zellij" sculptures of Koran verses

From the right to the left
"Allah, thanks for saving me today once again against Satan"
The University of Fez ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;

Give water to the people ...

Give water to the people

In many corners and public streets you will see this well decorated waterfountains, used for many reasons like daily water supply (local woman on the left - having some waterfun (local children in the middle), cleaning shoes by a professional shoemaker (right).

Medina - the oldest part in Fès

Medina

Very narrow streets, many shops, no cars allowed - only locals, tourists and mules and donkies
(who is who?) because this is the only way of transport in the oldest part of the city. And be aware - they have the first right ! The mules i mean.

Pros and Cons

Pros:The most beautiful historical city of N.Africa

Last visit to Wilaya de Fes: Jun 2005
Intro Updated Jun 3, 2006
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Reviews (29)

Local handmade products Shopping (3)

A lot to see - prices are labeled and the owner is telling that especially for you "THERE IS A SPECIAL PRICE" What ever... more travel advice

About 1 meter of your daily bread Local Customs (3)

Street scénary in the old Medina .... A labyrinth of passageways and small streets Picture taken NOT by me - but by the... more travel advice

Buy them - coloured like you wish Shopping (3)

A huge one - with several leather products from belts to shoes and jackets - and a perfect view on the local production... more travel advice

Mellah - The jewish Quarter Things to Do (16)

Next to the royal palace, also worth visiting is " The Mellah (Jewish quarter)" in Fes el Jidid (New Fes). In the 14th... more travel advice

Transportation (2)
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Hotels (1)
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Comments (13)

angiebabe Feb 21, 2009 at 4:47 AM Report Abuse

nice page Luc - hope to spend some more time here for the Fes music festival in June!looking forward to it!
HORSCHECK Dec 1, 2008 at 1:25 PM Report Abuse

Luc, outstanding photos on this fabulous page about Wilaya de Fes. I especially like your travelogue about the tannery. Well done.
christine.j Dec 17, 2006 at 11:39 AM Report Abuse

Very interesting and wonderful pictures! I wonder how they keep the fridge from falling off the poor donkey?
barryg23 Mar 19, 2006 at 1:12 AM Report Abuse

Great tips, pics and travelogues on Fes. Brings back nice memories of my visit last year.
adhitya Oct 15, 2005 at 9:52 PM Report Abuse

Oh Man!!!! I had a bad experience with the tour guide in Marakesh that I decided to tour alone in Fez. It is obviously that I missed out alot without one. Excellentpage man!!
tini58de Jul 3, 2005 at 12:31 AM Report Abuse

Luc, wonderful new page of yours! Fes really is a fascinating place to visit! Thanks for sharing!
Bwana_Brown Jun 26, 2005 at 1:04 PM Report Abuse

Great stuff here Luc! The Blue Gate is very impressive indeed and the 'azulejo' tiles both here and at the many fountains are so distinctive! Wow, that sounds and looks like a fancy spot where you were staying!
sachara Jun 26, 2005 at 12:22 AM Report Abuse

Luc, fantastic page. It helps to freshen up my 30 years old memory of Fez from my pre-pre time of VT with only one picture, LOL ! It's really time for a revisit !
JLBG Jun 18, 2005 at 8:08 PM Report Abuse

An excellent page on Fes with superb photos. You have well captured the spirit of the old town. I like especially the photo across a grid, in your introduction !
rexvaughan Jun 18, 2005 at 5:42 PM Report Abuse

A real treat for me Luc (excuse me, BoBo).as I have never heard of this place, but it is beautiful. The important question is how is your sweet little Sam doing?