Things to do in Fes

In this following list, we show you things to do in Fes, a list with the important proposals you must know before you leave Morocco.

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Medrasa Bouanania “school”

One of the best things to do in Fes is to see medersas or Koranic schools. A good example is the Bouanania school (Bou Inania). It is from the XIV century and highlights its large central courtyard with hand-carved decoration on stucco and wood. Its price is 10 dirhams, and its schedule is from 9.00 to 18.00, although it closes during prayer.

This city is the spiritual and cultural capital of the country, so there are other interesting medersas to see in Fes. This is the case of the Attarine, which, like the previous one, dates from the 14th century; its entrance costs 10 dirhams, and its hours are from 9:00 to 18:00. Its mosaics, its tiles, and its cedar wood dome are worthy of contemplation.

Museum of Arts Nejjarine and Wood Crafts

In the city, there are several interesting museums from different points of view. One of those we have selected in this list is the Nejjarine Museum of Arts and Wood Crafts, located in a spectacular eighteenth-century, especially for its columned interior courtyard. The collection shows everything from tools, musical instruments, furniture, and more. Its price is 20 dirhams and opening from 10.00 to 19.00.

Museum of Arms or Borj Nord

The other museum selected in this list with places to see in Fes is the Museum of Arms or Borj Nord. Its collection gathers weapons from different civilizations, both African and European or Asian, with special attention to Moroccans. But its location will also captivate you: a fort of the XVI century from where you can enjoy beautiful city views. It costs 10 dirhams and is open from Wednesday to Monday, from 9.00 to 12.00 and from 3.00 to 6.00.

Mellah or Jewish neighborhood

And although it is not a monument in itself, a walk around the Mellah or Jewish neighborhood is well worth it since it has its roots in the fifteenth century and is the oldest in the country. In its narrow streets, you will find the Ibn Dayan synagogue, its wooden paneled balconies, or its cemetery of white tombs.

What to see in Fes … if you are Muslim

And what to see in Fes if you are Muslim, you can also go to places that do not allow visits to non-believers. This is the case with the Karaouine and Andalusian mosques and the spectacular Moulay Idriss Mausoleum. However, the Royal Palace can not be visited by anyone, not even Muslims, although it is sure that the main facade with its spectacular golden doors will remain etched in the retina.

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