The medina is entirely classified as a World Heritage Site by Unesco. Stroll through its souks and alleys, unchanging since the Middle Ages.
the Medina
Medina
The discovery of one of the largest medina in Morocco traditionally begins with the Bab Bujlud. With cedar and carved stucco decor of marble and onyx, the vast Madrasa Bou Inania is the first site visited. Following the street Talaa Kebira (Great Ascent), you will notably by Tijani Zawiya (zaouïa is a sanctuary of a religious brotherhood), the souk of luthiers to reach the mzara (shrine) of former ruler Moulay Idriss is on the bench that he decided to build the city. Past vendors slippers, here instead Najjarine In-souk and cabinetmakers. Besides, the beautiful foundouk (caravanserai) crafted this square houses the Museum of Arts and Crafts of wood. Not far away is the kissaria (covered market and closed at night) where jewelry and rich fabrics are offered. Next, you will see the place most visited and venerated Fez: the Zawiya of Moulay Idriss, founder of the city.
The tanneries
Mosque el Quaraouiyn