Things to do in Fès-Meknès

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The Chouara Tannery of Fez, Morocco dates back to the 11th century, it operates much the same way it has since its inception. 
In this photo a young man dyes the hides of cows, sheep, goats, and camels inside of stone vessels. The solution that they use to clean and soften the skins is a mixtures of cow urine, pigeon feces, quicklime, salt, and water. #history
The Chouara Tannery of Fez, Morocco dates back to the 11th century, it operates much the same way it has since its inception. 
In this photo a young man dyes the hides of cows, sheep, goats, and camels inside of stone vessels. The solution that they use to clean and soften the skins is a mixtures of cow urine, pigeon feces, quicklime, salt, and water. #history
The Medina of Fes El Bali is the biggest Medina in Morocco and it´s full of life!
Madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains are everywhere! But, be careful, this Medina is also the most labyrinthine, so my advice is to have a local and official guide with you, especially if you have no much time to visit the city  because you´ll probably get lost more than once! ;)
#lifeatexpedia #fes #morocco #medina #lights
It's quite a walk from the medina, and when you first walk inside it doesn't seem to impressive. But the longer you stay, the more impressive it does become.

Wander through the large halls, admire the architecture and head out back to the long rows of stables...it's a cool place to spend an hour.

#meknes #morocco #thingstodo
Leather tanning has been an important industry in Fes for centuries. The smell makes the area of the city hard to miss. 
While you're shopping for gorgeous handmade gifts to take home, ask the store owner to show you to the roof so you can see the process firsthand.
#culture

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Fes El Bali

Travelers come to Fes El Bali for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Bou Inania Madrasa and Chouara Tannery while you're in town.

Fes El Bali
Fes, Morocco, Africa: the stunning panoramic skyline of the city with the old medina and the Ville Nouvelle (New City) surrounded by the hills seen from Borj Nord

Ville Nouvelle

Ville Nouvelle is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Atlas Garden and Borj Fez Mall.

Ville Nouvelle
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Moulay Yacoub

While you're in Moulay Yacoub, you might want to check out the spas.

Moulay Yacoub
Empty street in the old medina of Fez, Morocco

Talaa

If you're spending some time in Talaa, Bou Inania Madrasa and Blue Gate are top sights worth seeing.

Talaa
Yup. I could live in this traditional Moroccan guesthouse. This is one of the several common areas that left me in awe.

It's like staying in a palace, complete with courtyards, a rooftop overlooking the entire city, incredible staff, the best food we've had in the country and even a swimming pool.

#awesome #meknes #morocco #riad #placestostay

Meknes Medina

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Meknes Medina. You might want to make time for a stop at Bou Inania Medersa or El Hedim Square.

Meknes Medina
Buildings in the jewish quarter in Fes, one of the three parts of Fes in Morocco

Detail of the jewish quarter in Fes, Morocco

Mellah

Visitors to Mellah enjoy its spas, and if you want to do some exploring, Bab Semmarine is worth a stop.

Mellah