Fes, Morocco

Journey to the Past?

As you walk into Fes (no, not that weird kid Wilmer Valderrama played in That 70s Show), Morocco, you immediately notice a different scenery from the rest of the country. The buildings reflect a Medieval-style architecture inside maze-like streets. Plus, it's a carfree zone!

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Fes_Bab_Bou_Jeloud_2011.jpg

Sleeping with Allah

We were totally charmed by the Karaouiyne mosque in Fes. The imam asked us if we wanted to stay a few nights like did many other travelers. At first, the request sounded sketchy, but a few moments later, a Japanese as well as a Swedish family walked inside checking out from the mosque. And so, we established ourselves in this free of charge accommodation. The imam pulled some mats out and placed them along the aisles.

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Three Little Cooks

We made a courageous decision to cook for ourselves in the mosque's kitchen one night and we bought some green olives for the appetizer. The public market on Talaa Kebira Street overflows with fresh organic products.

http://www.crifes.ma/crifes.asp?codelangue=23&info=1335

Shopping in the Old Medina

At night, Fes is especially dim. The city forbids excessive light pollution. It was too early for us to go back to the mosque so we wandered around the streets. This gleaming shop caught our eye. The lanterns were simply stunning. We bought a few although we doubted it would be of any future use.

http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/06/08/lamp-shopping-in-fes/

Visited on April 21st to April 23rd 2017