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FES | 48 Hours in the World's Biggest Medina | Morocco Travel Guide

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Discover the ancient wonders of Fes, Morocco, in this guide to 48 hours in the world's largest medina. Explore historic madrasas, vibrant tanneries, and serene gardens for an unforgettable cultural immersion.

  • Riad Dar Pierre

    A traditional riad located in the heart of the Medina, offering a cozy and clean room with a balcony over the pool and a rooftop with sunrise views.

  • Al Attarine Madrasa

    A magnificent Islamic college and one of the most visited sites in Fes, showcasing exquisite Marinid architecture and elaborate decoration.

  • Al Qarawiyyin University

    Considered the oldest university in the world and an important spiritual and learning center of the Islamic Golden Age, though only Muslims can access the religious building.

  • Berrada Family Restaurant

    A restaurant serving traditional home-cooking recipes, offering a culinary experience with a variety of appetizers and barbecue meat.

  • Nejjarine Museum

    A museum of wooden arts and crafts located in a restored 18th-century building, displaying fine woodwork and tools, and offering views from the upper terrace.

  • Karawan Riad

    A luxurious hotel where the video creator enjoyed a hamam treatment at Leelah Spa and rooftop views.

  • Leelah Spa

    A spa at the Karawan Riad, known for its excellent hamam BDI package with excellent service.

  • Snack Malak

    A small restaurant where the video creators had dinner, enjoying complimentary soup and large portions of tasty food.

  • Chouwara Tanneries

    The largest and one of the oldest tanneries in Fes, where leather is manually produced using traditional methods in stone vats filled with natural dyes.

  • Fes River

    A river next to which some buildings have been restored, making it lovely to walk along the bank.

  • Dar al-Magana

    A 14th-century building that housed a weight-powered water clock with a peculiar function.

  • Bou Inania Madrasa

    Considered one of the finest examples of historic Moroccan architecture, built in 1355 by the Marinid Sultan Abu Inan Ferris.

  • Mom's Touch

    A local restaurant with a lovely rooftop overlooking the Medina, serving tasty food including chicken Tajin and chicken pastilla.

  • Bab Bou Jeloud

    A city gate built in 1913 by the French Colonial administration, serving as a grand entrance to the old city of Fes, decorated with blue on its outer facade and green on its inner facade.

  • Bab Chorfa

    An impressive monumental gate to the Medina, part of one of the main medieval kasbahs of Fes.

  • Jnan Sbil Gardens

    Royal gardens built in the 19th century and opened to the public in 1917, offering a refreshing space with leafy trees, fountains, and ponds.

  • Mellah

    The historic Jewish quarter of Fes, notable for its distinct architecture.

  • Jewish Cemetery

    Located in the southwest corner of the Mellah, containing thousands of tombs painted in bright white.

  • Royal Palace Gates

    Golden and ornate gates of the Royal Palace, which is not open to the public but still used by the King of Morocco.