7 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Fez - Atlas Obscura

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The Blue Gate of Fes

The other side is actually green.

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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.

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Merenid Tombs

Crumbling necropolis set high above Fez.

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Chouara Leather Tannery

Traditional 11th-century outdoor tannery.

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University of Al-Karaouine

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

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Dar Batha

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

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The Fez Mellah

The designated Jewish quarter in Fez dates back to the 15th century.

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