Fes displays Morocco's history through its architecture, mosques, and crafts. The city contains one of the world's oldest universities, traditional tanneries, and notable religious schools. Blue gates, palaces, museums, and fortresses define the urban landscape. The Jewish quarters and synagogues add to the city's cultural heritage.
Fes El Bali, Morocco
This large city gate from 1913 features traditional mosaic tiles and ornamental designs.
Fes El Bali, Morocco
This 14th century theological school displays fine woodcarvings, calligraphy and geometric patterns.
Fes El Bali, Morocco
This Islamic school from 1325 contains cedar wood carvings, stucco work and Moroccan mosaic tiles.
Fes El Jadid, Morocco
The museum displays Moroccan ceramics, textiles and traditional crafts in a 19th century palace.
Fes, Morocco
The religious center was founded in 859 and continues to function as both a university and prayer location for Muslims.
Fes, Morocco
The mosque displays architectural features from Spain with geometric patterns and arabesques on its walls.
Fes, Morocco
The former trading center houses a collection of Moroccan wooden tools and traditional craft products.
Fes, Morocco
The tannery has used natural materials such as lime and pigeon droppings for leather processing since the 11th century.
Fes El Jadid, Morocco
This 14th century Jewish district contains several historic buildings, a traditional market, and religious sites within stone walls.
Fes, Morocco
Fourteenth century burial site of Marinid dynasty located on a hill overlooking the Medina of Fes.
Fes, Morocco
Nineteenth century garden with water channels, palm trees and Mediterranean plants in central Fes.
Fes, Morocco
This fortress displays a collection of historical weapons and military equipment from different periods of Morocco.
Fes El Bali, Morocco
This 19th century residence displays traditional Moroccan architecture with geometric Zelliges and wooden painted ceilings.
Fes, Morocco
This 16th century military fortress stands on a hill providing views over the Medina of Fes.
Fes El Bali, Morocco
The palace combines Andalusian and Moroccan architecture with courtyards, gardens and traditional ceramic work.
Fes El Bali, Morocco
Religious building with green roof housing the mausoleum of the 9th century founder of Fes.
Fes El Jadid, Morocco
This 17th century religious building features traditional Hebrew architectural elements and represents the Jewish community's historical presence in Fes.
Fes, Morocco
This 20th century administrative building combines Moroccan and French architecture with geometric patterns and wood carvings.
Fes El Bali, Morocco
A 19th century religious building with Islamic architecture, mosaics and calligraphic decorations.
Fes el Jadid, Morocco
The palace gates display Moroccan metalwork with gold leaf and geometric patterns from the 20th century.
Fes El Bali, Morocco
The central shopping street runs through the medina. Merchants sell traditional handicrafts, spices, textiles and leather goods.