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Fez

Fez is one of Morocco's historic imperial cities. Its medina contains traditional workshops, souks, madrasas and the well-known tanneries, offering a close look at the city's architecture, crafts and daily life.

Last updated: May 2026

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Fez tanneries with colorful leather vats seen from the rooftop terraces, Morocco

Fez in 1 Day: Medina, Tanneries, Bou Inania Madrasa and main attractions

Attractions

Fez tanneries with colorful leather vats seen from the rooftop terraces, Morocco
Fez

Chouara Tannery

The Chouara Tannery is an active leather-tanning complex in Fez el-Bali, known for the vats seen from the terraces of the shops around it.

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Interior of the Bou Inania Madrasa in Fez with zellij tiles, carved stucco and central courtyard, Morocco
Fez

Bou Inania Madrasa

Built in the 14th century, Bou Inania Madrasa has a decorated courtyard, former teaching spaces and a mosque near the entrance to Fez el-Bali.

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