🪶 Fes Hidden Gems – Secrets Behind the Blue Gate

#hellohalloween Beyond the bustling markets and famous tanneries, Fes hides a softer, quieter side — one that rewards the curious traveler who wanders a little off the main paths 🌿✨. One of my favorite discoveries was a tiny mosaic-covered courtyard tucked behind a spice shop — the owner invited me in for mint tea, and it turned into a long chat about Fes’s artisan traditions ☕💬. There’s also the Andalus Quarter, less crowded than the main medina, where you can find peaceful streets, old fountains, and workshops that haven’t changed for generations. If you love art, look for hidden murals and wall paintings, often blending Arabic calligraphy with modern patterns 🎨. And for a view you won’t forget, climb up to the Borj Nord fortress — the panorama over the city at sunset is pure magic 🌇. 📍 Location: Fes el-Bali & surrounding hills — best explored on foot. 💡 Tip: Take your time wandering side alleys and quieter districts. The real magic of Fes lies in the places not marked on any map. These hidden gems reveal Fes not just as a historic city, but as a living, breathing work of art — full of small moments and secret beauty 🇲🇦💛.