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Chouara Tannery, Fes

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Flea Market · Historic Site
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Observe the completely manual process of leather dying that hasn't changed since the Middle Ages at Chouara Tannery, the largest and oldest of Fes' three tanneries. The only downside to your visit may be the stench of pigeon poop and cow urine, part of a mixture used for softening the hides. Plan my Fes trip by asking Inspirock to come up with tips and suggestions.
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  • Was charged 50% more than what a leather jacket would cost in Canada and this is what happened the second time I wore the jacket. We had name tags (not sticky at all) and when I pulled it off it... 
    Was charged 50% more than what a leather jacket would cost in Canada and this is what happened the second time I wore the jacket. We had name tags (not sticky at all) and when I pulled it off it...  more »
  • Definitely worthwhile visiting to learn how leather is treated and dyed. You go to a leather shop and climb up the stairs to the 3rd level and go to the balcony to overlook the process. It is a coop.....  more
    Definitely worthwhile visiting to learn how leather is treated and dyed. You go to a leather shop and climb up the stairs to the 3rd level and go to the balcony to overlook the process. It is a coop.....  more »
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  • This place is old and it is famous in Fez and all the old cities of Morocco
  • Love it is so historical it need just restoration

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