Bargain Your Best For Handicrafts At The Souk In Historic Fes

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Fes is perhaps the most interesting and picturesque of the Imperial Cities of Morocco. The fourth largest city in Morocco, Fes is divided into three parts: the old walled city of Fes el Bali, the new Fes, Fes-Jdid and the Ville Nouvelle, the newest section of Fes. Fes el Bali is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Souks are found in many of Morocco's cities but Fes holds one of the largest. Within the ancient walls of the Medina, time seems to have stood still with the daily bartering and haggling continuing along the 9 200 crooked streets in the same way it has for centuries. Budget at least a day to allow yourself to get lost in the maze of alleyways and passages as you are drawn into the sights, sounds and seductive aromas of the market. Absorb the culinary delights on offer in what is regarded Morocco’s culinary capital. Expect to spend quite some time bargaining with the merchants. Browse through stalls of leather goods, caftans, spices, pottery and jewelery and watch the artisans at work. It is impossible to venture into the souk without a visit to the rug merchant. During negotiations you will be offered glasses of sweet mint tea whilst discussing the finer details of one of Morocco’s most sought after products.

Share the crowded, colourful streets with tourists, bicycles and other shoppers. Right of way is given to the donkeys, laden with goods, as these are the delivery vehicles of the souk.