Spiritual Capital
Fes
Home to the world's oldest university and the largest car-free urban area on Earth.
About Fes
Fes, founded in 789 AD, is Morocco's spiritual and cultural heart. The Fes el-Bali medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the world's largest car-free urban zone—a living medieval city of over 9,000 alleyways. Here you'll find the University of Al Quaraouiyine, the world's oldest continuously operating university, and the famous tanneries where leather is still dyed using centuries-old techniques. Fes is an immersive journey through Moroccan history and tradition.
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Must-Visit Attractions in Fes
Chouara Tannery
Centuries-old tannery where leather is still dyed using traditional methods in colorful stone vats
University of Al-Quaraouiyine
Founded in 859 AD, the world's oldest continuously operating university and mosque
Fes el-Bali Medina
UNESCO World Heritage site with 9,000 winding alleyways and ancient architecture
Bou Inania Madrasa
14th-century theological college with stunning Marinid architecture and intricate tilework
Dar Batha Museum
19th-century palace showcasing traditional Moroccan arts, crafts, and artifacts
Royal Palace Gates
Majestic gates marking the entrances to the ancient royal palace of Fes
Why Visit Fes?
Fes, founded in 789 AD, is Morocco's spiritual and cultural heart. The Fes el-Bali medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the world's largest car-free urban zone—a living medieval city of over 9,000 alleyways. Here you'll find the University of Al Quaraouiyine, the world's oldest continuously operating university, and the famous tanneries where leather is still dyed using centuries-old techniques. Fes is an immersive journey through Moroccan history and tradition.