Fès – November, 14

Fès is a fascinating city, one of Morocco's four 'imperial cities'. It has a huge Medina (the old, walled town) dating from the Middle Ages: it's an incredibly tortuous maze of lanes, alleys and tiny streets in which finding one's way is virtually impossible.

 

Fortunately, we hired a very good guide, the marvelous Abdul, who took us around for a tour into the mystery of this town. Here he is, in his 'official' jallabia.

The following are two pictures from the courtyard of Bou Inania Medersa, built in the 14^th century.

We visited the famous tanneries – arguably the oldest tanneries in operation – dating back from the 11^th century. Fantastic leather, awful smell, a hell of a job for 130 families.

 

Some photos from the beautiful tiny streets of Fès.

And, finally, the magnificent Attarine Medersa.