Fez and Meknes Travel Guide
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Fez and Meknès are, respectively, the Arab and Berber capitals of Morocco, ancient centers of learning, culture, and craftsmanship that both deserve their standing as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Long recognized as Morocco's intellectual and spiritual nerve center, Fez has one of the world's oldest universities as well as one of the largest intact medieval quarters with an active population of 100,000 (one-tenth of the city's total). Meknès, with 450,000 inhabitants, offers a chance to experience all the sights, sounds, and smells of Fez on a somewhat smaller, more manageable scale. Witnessing dynamic economic growth and attracting international events, both Fez and Meknès remain two of Morocco's most authentic and fascinating cities, outstanding for their history and culture and likely to rival Marrakesh as top tourist destinations.
Fez and Meknes Hotels
Hotels in Fez range from the luxurious and the comprehensively comfortable, such as the Sofitel Palais Jamaï, Le Méridien's Mérinides...read more
Fez and Meknes Restaurants
Every Moroccan city has its own way of preparing the national dishes. Harira, the spicy bean-based soup filled with vegetables and meat, may be designated...read more
Things To Do in Fez and Meknes
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Fez and Meknes
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Fez and Meknes Experiences
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Built in 1776 by Sultan Sidi Mohammed ben Abdellah, the Zaouia of Sidi Mohammed ben Aïssa is the focal point of the legendary Aïssaoua... Read more
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Step into a time warp: Fez el-Bali is the world's largest active medieval city, and a sensorial vacation from modern life and technology.... Read more
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The Roman epoch in Morocco began in about 40 BC. Juba I, king of Numidia (present-day Algeria), sided with Pompey in his rivalry with Caesar... Read more
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Travel Tip of the Day
People come first; the actions to be accomplished are secondary. Read more
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Travel Tip of the Day
Official guides have a badge to prove it and cost about 300 DH a day. Read more
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Travel Tip of the Day
You must negotiate when purchasing Moroccan specialties... Read more
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Arriving:· Forums Trip Reports
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For me the lasting impression was the assault on the senses. Read more
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We had an ambitious itinerary: Casablanca -> Rabat -> Chefchaouen -> Fez (side trips to Mekenes and Volubilis) -> Erg Chebbi -> Todra & Dades Gorges -> Marrakech -> Essaouira -> Read more
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Does anyone have experience with any of these groups. Read more
