Overview of Fez

Overview of the City

Founded in the 9th century and home to the world's oldest university, Fez (or Fez) enjoyed its golden age when it replaced Marrakech as the kingdom's capital. It remained the capital until 1912 and the French Protectorate. Today, the city is the country's third-largest and a major tourist destination, attracting over a million visitors annually, thanks in part to its UNESCO-listed medina since 1981.

Key Facts

• Type of place: large city.

• Tourist interest: ★★★★ (must-see or highly recommended).

• Location: in the north of the country, near Meknès.

• Distances: Marrakech (480 km southwest), Meknes (60 km west), Rabat (205 km west), Tangier (310 km north).

• Population: 1.412 million inhabitants (2017).

• Area: 320 km².

• Altitude: 410 m.

• Website: http://www.fes-city.com

History of Fez

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Useful Addresses

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Services

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• Banks:

• French Consulate: Av. Abou Obeïda Ibn Al Jarrah, 30000 Fez. Tel.: 535 94 94 00.

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