THE MEDINA AND SOUK OF FEZ

THE MEDINA AND SOUK OF FEZ

Need to unwind? Maybe it’s time to take a well-deserved break. The medina and souk of Fez provide the ideal setting for a romantic and exotic getaway.Stroll and allow yourself to be surprised by the soul of the authentic medieval alleyways. A journey through...
SECULAR VISITS IN FEZ

SECULAR VISITS IN FEZ

The medina of Fez is best known for its status as a spiritual city. There is a lot to say about the spiritual capital of the Kingdom of Morocco and I have spelled it out at length in my previous articles dedicated to the spiritual visit, the mosques and the...
EXPLORE FEZ MOSQUES

EXPLORE FEZ MOSQUES

The ancient city of Fez is host to more than 300 mosques and medersas – Religious universities teaching theology. As non-Muslims are not permitted to enter mosques, the best you can do is try and catch a glimpse of the interiors – which, in Fez, are always...
THE SPIRITUAL CAPITAL OF MOROCCO

THE SPIRITUAL CAPITAL OF MOROCCO

The spiritual capital of Morocco is host to more than 300 mosques and medersas (religious schools in ancient times).The Karaouyine Mosque is the oldest, dating back to the 9th century. Definitely, a major monument in Fez. In Morocco, non-Muslims are not allowed inside...
EXPLORE THE KARAOUIYINE

EXPLORE THE KARAOUIYINE

If you are preparing a trip to Fez, you have probably heard or read about the Karaouiyine complex. Fatima Al-Fihria, a wealthy heiress of Kairouan in Tunisia dedicated her inheritage to the worshipers of the city of Fez. Therefore, she mandated the construction of the...