Fez, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital, is a mesmerizing labyrinth of history, tradition, and timeless charm. As the oldest of Morocco’s imperial cities, it boasts the world’s largest car-free urban area, the UNESCO-listed Fes el-Bali medina, where narrow alleyways wind past medieval madrasas, bustling souks, and hidden artisan workshops. The iconic Al Quaraouiyine University, founded in 859, stands as one of the oldest continuously operating universities in the world, while the vibrant tanneries of Chouara offer a glimpse into ancient leather-dyeing techniques. With its rich intellectual heritage, intricate zellige mosaics, and the enduring rhythms of traditional craftsmanship, Fez feels like a living museum—a city where the past breathes through every archway, courtyard, and call to prayer.