Say goodbye to Chefchaouen and head south toward the UNESCO World Heritage Roman ruins of Volubilis. Volubilis is one of Morocco’s best-preserved Roman archaeological sites, located on a fertile plain surrounded by wheat fields. It was established before the Christian era, when the region was part of the Berber Kingdom of Mauretania. It is believed that around 20,000 people once lived within its 42-hectare walled city, with wealth largely derived from olive oil production.
On the way to Fes, stop in Meknes to visit Bab Mansour Gate. Completed in 1732, the gate is remarkable for its impressive size, green and white zellij tiles, marble columns, and Quranic inscriptions decorating the upper façade. Continue to the Royal Granaries, also known as Heri es-Souani, which once served as stables for up to 12,000 horses and as storage for vast quantities of grain. Although the roof collapsed following the Lisbon earthquake in the 18th century, the site remains an impressive example of Moroccan engineering.
In the afternoon, continue to the city of Fes, where you will spend the night in a charming riad located in the heart of the old medina.
