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Dar Adiyel
The wealthy Adiyel family were merchants who held top government posts, and this impressive 18th-century house belonged to Abdelkhaleq Adiyel, the governor of Fez. Restored in 1993 with funds from the Italian government, it is now a conservatory for Moroccan-Andalusian music. Students give concerts at Monday to Thursday at no extra charge.
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Dar Glaoui
Probably the most impressive residence in Fez, this 150-year-old palace comprises some 17 houses, stables, a mausoleum and cemetery, Quranic school, hammam , garages and two large gardens. It's privately owned by the El-Glaoui family of Marrakesh, but you can make an appointment to view it with Abdou (phone after midday).
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Dar Pacha Tazi
Set in a large garden with trellis-covered walkways, this 20th-century palace has housed various government figures. It's now the headquarters of the Fès Saïss Association that organises the Fes Festival of World Sacred Music .
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Funduq Tastawniyine
This funduq housed merchants coming from Tetouan to do business in Fez. It still has some intricate mashrabiya on the upper balconies but, like all the funduqs, it's in bad repair. Today you'll find a carpet shop and a carpenter in residence.
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Mokri Palace
For a modest tip, Azzedine will show you around the large rectangular courtyard with salons at each end. Upstairs are gracious rooms, the venue for concerts , looking over the medina. The palace is up for sale, and is likely to be turned into a luxury hotel.
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Riyad Mokri
This fabulous house, formerly owned by the powerful Mokri family, is now home to the Institute of Traditional Building Crafts. Students learn carpentry, wood painting, plaster sculpture and design. The house is surely an inspiration to them with its carved and painted doors, spectacular ceilings and wonderful views. The gardens are the best in Fez, full of fruit trees, jasmine, honeysuckle, rosemary, lavender and plumbago. Do tip the person who shows you round (about around DH20 ).
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