Founded in 789 by Idris I, Fez is Morocco’s oldest imperial city. It is the country’s religious, cultural and spiritual center. Its medina, one of the largest in the world, is home to emblematic monuments such as the Al Quaraouiyine Mosque, one of the oldest universities still in operation in the world.
Over the centuries, Fez has been the scene of numerous battles for power. The city has served as capital for several Moroccan dynasties, including the Marinids and the Alawites. It is also famous for its souks, narrow streets and crafts, notably leather tanneries.
Today, Fez is the symbol of a traditional Morocco, rooted in its history but looking to the future thanks to its cultural festivals and heritage preservation initiatives.
Fez, the first imperial city, is a historical and cultural jewel that embodies the soul of Morocco.
