is steeped in cultural heritage so much so that the medina of fez is listed as a world heritage site. mind blowing! absolutely incredible. this is the attarine madrasa. it goes back to the 14th century, and it is perhaps the best example of what they call zellij. zellij is a style of mosaic tile work made from individually hand chiselled pieces that is found all across morocco, as well as parts of tunisia, algeria and southern spain. the detail tiny, tiny detail. the art form dates back over 1,000 years, but the more intricate and colourful designs, which have become synonymous with moroccan architecture, were developed in the 14th century.
in 2023, here are some travel show tips as to things you might want to see and do. now, did you know that morocco is the very first country on the african continent to build a high speed railway? whipping along at 320km per hour, the al boraq service will take you from tangier in the north to the capital, rabat, and down to casablanca in around two hours. that s less than half the time of the older network. and there are plans afoot to expand the line to marrakech and fez, and eventually to other major cities. if you re into photography, then head to chefchaouen considered one of the prettiest and most photogenic places in morocco. nicknamed the blue pearl for its traditional blue and white painted houses, the city sits at the foothills of the rif mountains in the north of the country.
and if you re visiting, don t forget your hiking boots for a trip up the surrounding mountains. you ll be rewarded with spectacular views of the city from above and another perfect photo opportunity. now, something that s highly recommended notjust here in fez, but all across morocco, is the traditional mint tea. especially good after a heavy meal. served as a sign of hospitality, it s made of fresh peppermint, water, sugar and green tea, and is said to have healing properties. stick around because after the break, there ll be more from morocco plus. does that hurt, or is thatjust like getting your ears pierced? it s going to hurt, but it s going to. save your life at the same time. yeah. we meet the man bringing west africa s turtles back from the brink of extinction.
hello, and welcome to morocco and the historic city that s sometimes known as the country s cultural capital, fez. from its medinas and mosques to its madrassas, fez is steeped in cultural heritage so much so that the medina of fez is listed as a world heritage site. mind blowing! absolutely incredible. this is the attarine madrasa. it goes back to the 14th century, and it is perhaps the best example of what they call zellij. zellij is a style of