Do you have that habit of crossing out dates on your calendar? I know it is a good way of reminding myself what day of what month it is already, but I just can’t make it part of my daily routine. Just awhile ago, the digital clock on my bedside table, which I rarely pay […]
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It is said that the most astonishing pieces of Moroccan handicrafts were shaped by the hands of the Fez artisans. You may choose not to believe me. However, watch how your skepticism slowly fade away once you come across the arts and crafts collection that the Dar Batha museum houses. I never heard of this […]
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Year 2007 is a significant year in Fez city. Why? This fascinating city in Morocco is celebrating its 25th year of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also, ISESCO named Fez as 2007’s Capital of Islamic Culture. This year also marks the 13th anniversary of the much-awaited Fez World Sacred Music Festival. Sacred music artists […]
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Admit it, you were just as fascinated as I was when you first heard about Fez. And most probably, the thing playing in your imagination then is a picture of a red turban-like hat with a tassel hanging over the side. Before I even knew about Fez as one of the four imperial cities in […]
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I woke up this morning with a dynamic sense of spirit and energy. But whatever it is, I only know for sure that it has something to do with being caught up in the medieval charm of Fez. So, before I head out of my hotel to start a new adventure, I decided to have […]
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Have you ever found yourself lost in radiant charm and beauty?
I honestly didn’t know what to expect when I first came to the imperial city of Fez except for the wonderful Riad accommodation and an endless trail of mosque and old stone walls. Until later, I found myself in real awe, appreciating the intricate details […]
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Most people don’t know that part of me has a bit of a soft spot for classic literature. So, really, the idea of going to Fez tickled my fancies. You see, Fez is rumored to have the place where a number of the original stories in the classic “1001 Arabian Nights” were set. Well, when […]
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I think walking around aimlessly is really the best way to enjoy your first full day in a city like Fez. There’s just so much around the streets of Fez that you’ll end up missing out on if you decide to take a rental car from your hotel or something. The old stone walls, […]
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