Fez

In the northern part of Morocco, in a fertile valley surrounded by the hills of North Africa, 350 meters above sea level, is the imperial city of Fez, real stronghold of the culture and identity of the country. Entering Fez (or Fes) you seem to have made a trip down memory lane as you breathe in an atmosphere of mediaeval: your senses will lose the wonderful surroundings, particular sounds, rich perfumes and many colors.

Fez is divided into New Town or Fez el-Jedid, that the imperial city built starting in 1200, to the train, the Royal Palace and the Jewish Quarter and the Old City, or Medina of Fès el-Bali, the oldest walled part of Fes, a maze of narrow streets, over 9000, with markets of all types, from carpets to brass objects, ceramics tissue and skin, and where the goods are still transported in the back of 'ass.

The town was founded as the capital of the dynasty Idrisid between 789 and 808, is home to the oldest university in the world and reached its peak between 1200 and 1300 when bared his feet Marrakech from the role of capital.

The Ville Nouvelle, south of Fez el-Jedid, is the area where there are restaurants, bars, cafes, bookshops and other shops in the city. In Fez el Bali and Fes El Djdid there are local, the few remaining open only for lunch. Many small cafes are located in the Medina and offer great breakfasts and lunches.

Finding a guide is quite easy as they usually lurk outside the hotel and the hostels. Make a half-day tour with a guide will be useful to get an introduction to the history of Fez El Vali.

To reach the city of Fez by several Italian airports you can fly to the new airport of Fez which is located 15 kilometers south of the city center.
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