Visit Fez For a memorable vacation

Fez is a true symbol of the grandeur and history of Morocco. Founded by Idris I in 789, is one of the four Moroccan Imperial Cities, along with Marrakech, Meknes (or Meknes) and Rabat, and is regarded as the cultural, religious and scholar of the country. Fez attracts a large number of tourists, about a million a year, who come to admire the magnificence of its monuments and architectural idiosyncrasies and customs that holds its medina. The medina of Fès el-Bali is the largest and oldest in the city and its character and remains unchanged medieval appearance. It is also the world's largest pedestrian zone, the largest and most extensive medieval citadel that currently exists in the world and was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1981. Most of its streets are narrow and winding, too narrow for cars but full of charm, donkeys and mules and stalls. The University of Al Qaraouiyyîn is undoubtedly one of the main attractions of the city and the symbol of the city and its architecture, while a splendid and magnificent example of Arab-Andalusian style. Founded in the ninth century, is considered university or educational institution the world's oldest and is famous for his work in preservation and dissemination of Arabic, Islamic theology study and translation of Hebrew texts, Greek and Latin.

The mosque also formidable Qaraouiyyîn attracts crowds of visitors, have been the center of Islamic learning for over 1000 years and its unusual structure, so fused with the surrounding buildings that size is difficult to tell from the outside. Occasionally, some of the doors are open, so that non-Muslims can take a look inside and get an idea of ​​its splendor. Around the Al Qaraouiyyîn there are many madrassas or Islamic schools, and the most famous is the Madrasa Attarin, right on the main street. This madrasa was built in the early fourteenth century and is noted for its beautiful bronze doors and elegant courtyard, in addition to the myriad details of carvings in marble, alabaster and cedar wood. Another spectacular place on this amazing city are tanneries or where the skins tanned and work. From a platform in high you can see all stages of the process and enjoy the striking contrasts between the brownish honeycombs, white houses and the intense and varied colors of the dyes. In addition to the architectural and historical attractions of the city, Fez is also one of the most diverse cultural centers and vibrant country.

Among the countless artistic events offered by the city highlights the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, a festival dedicated to spiritual music in the world. The festival, held each year in late May and early July, hosts a large number of sets of music and dance come from all backgrounds and all cultures and includes seminars, exhibitions and film screenings. Visit Fez and enjoy its rich culture, its spectacular beauty and its environment so special. Hotels in Fez are affordable, high quality, but can also stay in a typical and charming riads in Fes situated in the heart of the medina.