Morocco’s cultural and religious center, the Fez is one of the most visited cities. As an important center of knowledge and Morocco’s top tourist destinations, the Fez is known as “the Mecca of the West” and “the Athens of Africa”. The ancient capital of the Morocco (al-Maghrib al-Aqá¹£-ancient name of Morocco), the Fez city is an eclectic town that allures visitors from all around the world. On a guided Fez day trip, you will get an opportunity to indulge in many things to do and see that will enhance your travel experience in Morocco.
Here are the top things to do on a day trip to Fez, please have a look!
1. Visit the Old Medina:
The Medina of Fez-el-Bali is the hub of an ancient era that you will love to visit and explore on your day trip to Fez. The Old Medina in Fez city is listed as a World Heritage Site and is known as one of the world’s largest urban pedestrian zones. In one day around 156, 000 of visitors can visit this place. The Talaa Kebira and the Talaa Seghira are two main alley that go through the Medina from the top to bottom. Visiting this place with an experienced local tour guide will prove to be worth.
2. Explore a Leather Tannery:
At one of the Fez’s leather tanneries, you will get a chance to witness the process of tanning. You can visit one of the leather tanneries located on the outskirts of the old Medina to see how the products are prepared, treated and dyed. The smell at the leather tanneries can be a bit overwhelming, for which most of the visitors and foreigners are often given of mint to stick up their nostrils and get rid of the smell up to a level.
3. Enjoy Shopping:
The old city of Fez is one of the best places to enjoy shopping in Morocco. On your day trip to Fez, you can visit the workshop areas of its souqs to meet the craftsmen (who produce the goods) and buy the products directly from them at the best price. If you want to get the best deals, then avoid the large stores near the entrance of the Bab bu Jeloud and meet the local artisans (by walking down the smaller side alleys). The Fez city is famous for its white and blue pottery, exclusive metal work (like teapots), henna, carpets, textiles, and jewelry.
4. Witness the Bou Inania Madrasa:
The ancient Islamic college- Bou Inania Madrasa is one of the top highlights of Fez that goes way back to the 14th century. This Madrasa exhibits fine Islamic architecture and some enticing features like- the wooden walls carved to perfection with geometric patterns, towering Minaret and calligraphy in Arabic. As one of the most important religious institutions fo Morocco, the Bou Inania Madrasa has gained the status of Grand Mosque.
If you are on a Morocco holiday tour, then booking a guided Fez day trip (from Casablanca, or from Rabat) from a reputable boutique local tour operator -- “Pure Morocco Tours & Travel” will help in having the utmost fun and enjoyment. We will arrange a guided and well planned day trip to Fez that will help you to explore the spiritual and magical city in a convenient and comfortable way.
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