Discover Fez: A Thousand Year Old Cultural Town

Founded in the ninth century, although the cultural town of Fez is no longer the capital of the nation, Fez is still considered the capital of traditional Moroccan culture. This amazing city offers a wide variety of experiences for the traveler to enjoy, from the oldest university in the world, the University of Al-Karaouine, to the Imperial’s city’s “old town,” a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Fez is one of the top tourist destinations in Morocco, located in the northeast region between the Riff and the Middle Atlas mountains with a wealth of treasures just waiting to be discovered. Experience the rhythm of everyday Fassi life and get lost among the wonders as you explore the highlights of this ancient city.

Fes el-Bali

The Medina, or old town, is known as Fes el-Bali, and this is the biggest attraction in Fez. With an incredible wealth of local artisans and craftsmen, this magical world is teeming with life and feels like a trip back in time to the Middle Ages. While you may find pack mules making their way up the winding, narrow alley ways, you won’t find any cars.

This is the way to experience the traditional life and take a break from the hectic modern world. View the medieval buildings and feel the rhythm of everyday life by exploring the labyrinth of small narrow streets, discovering something new and exciting on every corner. From old palaces to a royal garden, an artisan’s workshop, a great number of mosques, a souk or mausoleum, Fez is a wonderful city to get lost in.