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Fes / Morocco

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Historic Bab Bou Jeloud gateway in Fes, Morocco. — “Bab Bou Jeloud Fes.jpg” by Cesar.mx22, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ Author Cesar.mx22 · CC BY-SA 4.0 File source

When to visit 1

When should I visit Fes, Morocco, for the best experience?April, May, and October are strong months for exploring Fes's historic medina, avoiding the intense summer heat while offering generally more comfortable temperatures…

Things to do 1

What are the most worthwhile things to do in Fes on a first visit?Walk through Bab Boujloud into Fes el-Bali, visit the city's historic madrasas and museums, and see the traditional leather tanneries to understand the medieval urban…

Food and drink 1

Where should I eat in Fes, and which local food or drink is worth trying?Try Fassi pastilla, preserved khlii with eggs, and bissara made from fava beans or split peas, looking in traditional medina restaurants, breakfast kitchens, and food…

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