🇲🇦 I Flew Across the World for This View: Morocco's Blue City of Fez

As one of Morocco’s four imperial cities, Fez dazzles with its sea of blue 💙 and boasts the country’s largest medina (old market). But the real showstopper? Its ancient tanneries—where leather has been dyed the same way for over 1,000 years. 🏭 The Tanneries of Fez Two iconic spots: 1️⃣ Chaowara Tanneries 2️⃣ Sidi Moussa Tanneries (Chouarra) Both offer free rooftop access 🆓, where you’ll get: A bundle of mint leaves (lifesavers for your nose! 🌿) A bird’s-eye view of the vibrant dye pits below 👀 What You’ll See White vats: Filled with pigeon poop (yes, really! 🐦💩)—used to soften the leather. Rainbow dye pools: Workers stomp barefoot in giant vats, soaking hides in natural pigments. Drying terraces: Sun-baked leather strewn across rooftops. ☀️ 🛍️ Leather Shopping The surrounding shops sell handmade bags, shoes, and jackets. Pro tip from our guide: Best quality: Camel leather 🐪 Mid-range: Cowhide 🐄 Budget-friendly: Goat/sheepskin 🐑 #Morocco #Fez #TravelDiaries #HiddenGems #CulturalHeritage