Royal Palace
Description:
The Royal Palace of Fez ("Dar el Mahzen") covers an area of about 80 hectares of land and includes mosques, beautiful gardens, ancient madrasahs and schools of Qur'anic studies dating from the XIV century. The palace itself was built in the XVII century. Part of the palace is occupied by the King of Morocco, who comes here regularly.
The palace is famous for its golden doors, beautiful painted ceilings and elaborate mosaic works. Inside are priceless historical artifacts from all over Morocco, including carpets, pottery, silk fabrics, firearms, ancient manuscripts. The life-size museum depicts the tombs of Carthaginian kings, as well as an ancient necropolis.
The palace is of great historical value and is one of the main attractions of Fez.