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Fes el Jdid Fez


Morocco - Essaouira - Fez - Marrakech - Agadir
The Fes el-Jdid is one of the three regions into which Fez is divided. This region is the most colorful in Fez and it always bustles with life. It is a walled expansion on the Medina and its origin can be traced back to the 14th century. It is also known as the New Fes. Merernid rulers who required extra space for their palaces so that they could detach themselves from the hustle and bustle built the New Fes.


Things to see in Fes el-Jdid:


The Mellah: The Mellah was built in the 15th century when the Jews were ousted from their previous ghetto near Bab Guissa. Ornamented balconies and forged iron windows characterize the Mellah. The place is named after the Arabic word for salt, which is "melh" and refers to the old practice of the Jews of salting the heads of the bandits who were killed before they were publicly displayed. However there are no more Jews living in that place any longer.


Dar el Makhzen: Though this palace is not open to general public, it's an impressive sight even from the outside. There are various beautiful gardens and smaller palaces in the main compound. One of the palaces inside this compound is known for its marvelous painted ceilings.

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