Vocabulary

As traditions and customs in Morocco are very different from Europe, you will need some notions of local vocabulary in order to best organize your holidays in Morocco. Be well prepared before traveling to Fès, familiarize yourself with concepts such as medina, souk, or riad.

Why choose riad rental in Fès?

The riad, literally « the garden » in Arabic, is a traditional Moroccan construction very common in medinas. This type of holiday rental in Fès is perfect for those who want to spend time protected from the heat and noise of the city. The riad is indeed surrounded by high walls with very few openings to preserve the coolness of the dwelling.

In order to fully enjoy the light while staying cool, the riad, also called a dar, is organized around a central patio. It is a true well of light, generally lush with greenery and organized around fountains or water pools. For a riad rental in Fès, choose Riad Jamai. It is a beautiful example of this typical Moroccan architecture. You can enjoy the coolness of its patio during very hot days.

Holiday rental in Morocco in the heart of the medina

During your holidays in Morocco at Riad Jamai, you will be able to share the daily life of the Fassi, the inhabitants of Fès, and enjoy life in the heart of the medina. The medina is the marketplace district par excellence. It is here, in the old town, that you can discover Moroccan traditions such as henna tattooing, for example. You can also find handcrafted objects or culinary specialties such as spices to bring back as souvenirs of your holidays in Morocco. Do not hesitate to negotiate prices with local shopkeepers, it is completely normal in Morocco. A riad rental in Fès, at Riad Jamai, will be perfect for enjoying the medina’s activities and thus immersing yourself in Moroccan culture.