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Hidden tresors
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Walking along the medina, you may pass without noticing by some historical buildings and places, hidden behind the displays of the sellers, or in the dark of the narrow streets.

Fountains, palaces, and medersas worth a look.

The sad thing is that non-Muslims must stay out of the religious buildings and only peeping from the doors you may have an idea of the interiors.

Updated Mar 24, 2013

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The Medina, of course
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In Fez I felt, for the first time, out of scale (it happened again, in opposite direction, 10 years later in Florida.

The Medina may seem so small as some medieval places we know in Europe, but plenty of life, in a seemingly impossible way. A maze that I can't describe - only seen and felt.

The fire consumed, some years ago, the central area of the Medina, which has been rebuilt respecting the proportions but not the look.

It's a pity. However, everything around looks the same, and the visit (always with a local guide) will justify your day. The modern part of town is also interesting, but the Medina is unique.

Updated Aug 21, 2012

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Chanel nº5
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I've been in Fes twice, with almost 20 years separating the trips.

The visits to the medina were accompanied by different guides, obviously, but, curiously, when entering the leather tinting area, they both used the same joke: "Chanel n.5 perfume".

It's not a beautiful show, and it is a really awful smell, but it is real, and should be seen. There is progress: in our second visit the guide distributed each one a mint branchlet, that, placed under our noses, disguised a little the strong Chanel.

Updated Jun 1, 2012

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Agdal gardens
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Agdal Garden is a prominent tourist attraction, located south of the Royal Palace. This amazing garden occupies a spacious area and houses the magnificent 12th century Tank of Health, huge orchards, a vast lagoon, as well as wondrful small pools.

Written Feb 13, 2012

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Fountain
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Located in the southern Fes, one of the most beautiful fountains in Morocco, visitors will discover a Stunning fountain constructed in a circular design. The fountain is breath-taking and one of the key landmarks of Fes.

Written Feb 13, 2012

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Water clock
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Located straight across the street from the Bou Inania Medersa, the water clock is a really outstanding and unique attraction. The clock accurately represents the ancient water clocks of our world and the mystery that surrounds the geniuses who constructed them.

Written Feb 13, 2012

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Dar Batha palace
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Dar Batha Palace is a prominent city landmark and one of the main tourist attractions in the region. Located near the Dar el-Batha Museum, this amazing attraction consists of a luxurious palace, gorgeous gardens, as well as a museum dedicated to Moroccan arts and traditions.

Written Feb 13, 2012

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Cafe clock
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Café Clock:

Is situated in the beginning of Talaa Kbira Street, near the fine Medersa Bou Inania. This pleasant café is located in a 250-year-old courtyard house. The café provides traditional Moroccan cooking, delicious drinks, as well as the local Bohemian experience.

Written Feb 13, 2012

Address: in the beginning of Talaa Kbira Street

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Get lost in the medina
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Fresh fruit and vegetables - Fes medina
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Fes is the third largest city in Morocco and has a population of just over one million people. It is divided into 3 sections one of which is Fes el Bali - the old walled city. The medina of Fes el Bali is the larger of the two medinas in Fes and has been named a World Heritage site by UNESCO. It is thought to be the world's largest car free zone.

There are places of business ranging from the smallest stall to large emporiums. You can buy anything and everything here. You can also easily get lost!

There are maps available and the main routes are signed by coloured signs. There are also local guides who can show you particular things of interest like the famous Medresa Bou Inania, Nejjarine Caravanserrai (now a Wood and Craft museum) and Karauine Mosque (unless you are Muslim you can only look in through the gate).

Written Jul 7, 2011

Address: Fes el Bali

Website: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/170

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Ceramics
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Throwing the pot - Fes
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There are two forms of art related to pottery in Morocco - the beautifully designed pottery bowls, plates and vases and the ceramic tile work.

Pottery pieces with traditional interwoven designs in blue and white are now displayed next to pieces with modern designs and many bright colours.

The tile work is known as killij and intricate patterns are made up from multitudes of different coloured tiles. There are many traditional designs with names like 'Fifty points inside eight' and 'Spiders house' given some imagination and the many coloured tiles available the variations are limitless. Fine examples of the art are to be found throughout Morocco in both ancient and modern edifices.

A visit to a ceramics factory shows you the process from the preparation of the clay, the throwing of the pot, firing, glazing and decorating and firing again. You can also watch the tiles being cut by hand to achieve the desired shapes and being placed coloured side down in intricate patterns to transform into backings for fountains or table tops.

Updated May 6, 2011

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