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Fez Medina Highlights

The Fez Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is defined by its complex architectural heritage and traditional industries. This selection features the 9th-century Kairaouine Mosque and University alongside the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II. It highlights the city's artisanal legacy through the Chouara and Ain Azliten tanneries, and specialized markets like Qaat Smen, known for fermented butter, and Souk el Henna. Historic gates, including Bab Sidi Boujida and Bab el Khoukha, mark the strategic boundaries of this medieval urban landscape.

Fez Medina Highlights — Hartă

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Kairaouine Mosque & University

This 9th century mosque is not open to non-Muslims yet it is still worth stopping by and peeking through the doors.

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B

Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II

The Zawiya of Moulay Idris II is a zawiya in Fez, Morocco. It contains the tomb of Idris II, who ruled Morocco from 807 to 828 and is…

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Chouara Tannery

Chouara Tannery is one of the three tanneries in the city of Fez, Morocco. It is the largest tannery in the city and one of the oldest.

D

Bab Sidi Boujida

Historic city gate located on the eastern edge of the Fes el Bali medina.

E

Souk el Henna

One of the oldest markets in the medina, specializing in henna, ghassoul clay, and traditional Moroccan ceramics.

F

Kessaria

Covered market district adjacent to the Kairaouine Mosque, traditionally known for selling textiles, silks, and fine jewelry.

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Qaat Smen qat alsmn

Traditional market specializing in smen (aged fermented butter), honey, and medicinal herbs.

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bab el khoukha

Historic gate located in the eastern fortification walls of the medina.

I

Bab Sid L'Aouad

Historic city gate located within the medina's defensive walls.

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Tannerie Ain Azliten

Traditional leather tannery located in the northern part of the medina, smaller than the Chouara site.

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