Fes,Morocco.
Morocco's ancient cultural capital with world's oldest medina and university.
About Fes
Home to the largest medieval old town in the world, visiting Fes is like stepping back in time. Fes el-Bali is one of the oldest and largest medinas in the world, and as soon as you step inside, you'll see why it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's enormous, full of character, and incredibly alive. The medina of Fes is the largest car-free urban area in the world and offers a unique and immersive experience that transports you back in time.</description> <parameter name="top_sights">["Fes el-Bali (Old Medina)", "Chouara Tanneries", "Bou Inania Madrasa", "Royal Palace of Fez", "Nejjarine Museum", "Jnan Sbil Gardens", "Bab Bou Jeloud Gate"]
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Getting there
- Nearest airport — Fès–Saïs Airport
Money
- Currency — Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
- Affordability — 5/5 on the Wanderlust index (higher is cheaper)
Internet
- Median speed — 7 Mbps
- Internet score — 1.1/5
Safety
- Safety score — 4/5 from our AI-assisted research
Language
- Primary language — Arabic, French
Timing
- Best window — The best time to visit is between March and April and September and November.
- Time zone — Africa/Casablanca
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