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Unusual
Attractions
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The Blue Gate of Fes

The other side is actually green.

Fes el-Bali

Thousands of narrow alleyways in an ancient medieval city make up what's believed to be the world's largest car-free urban zone.

Merenid Tombs

Crumbling necropolis set high above Fez.

Chouara Leather Tannery

Traditional 11th-century outdoor tannery.

University of Al-Karaouine

The oldest known university in the world is in Fez, Morocco.

Dar Batha

This former royal palace with gorgeous gardens became the first museum in Morocco.

Al-Attarine Madrasa

The courtyard of this small Marinid madrasa is a dazzling example of intricate Islamic architecture.

Borj Nord Arms Museum

This 16th-century Moroccan fortress-turned-armory museum offers prime views of the historic quarter in Fes.

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Unique
Food & Drink
in Fez

Stuffed Camel Spleen

Giant logs of offal become satisfying street sandwiches in the old city of Fes.

Pigeon Pastilla

This sweet-and-savory Moroccan meat pie can be tough to track down.

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