We had a local guide for our stay in the city of Fes. On the first day he look us to a viewpoint and a pottery workshop. In the afternoon most of the group went to a Hammam (steam bath). I didn't fancy it so I stayed in camp.
The next day we had a Medina tour. The Medina is a world heritage site and a massive maze of alleys with some just 60cm wide. We weren't too happy at first as the guide wasn't letting us have any freedom in where we went but by the end of the day we were happy. He took us to see the kings palace, and a spice shop. The visit to the tannery was great as we would have definitely never found it ourselves. It was interesting as we could see the different steps in creating the leather bags that are around in every stall. We had camel burgers and mint tea in a carpet shop whilst getting shown all the lovely different styles of rug. 4 of us bought a rug. We probably paid more than we should have but it was hassle free shopping. The rug I bought is a simple one in an orange colour with a Berber tattoo on it which is of the tribe who weaved it.
Next stop Rabat for visas.
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