Between the open air markets, the narrow alleys, the plethora of scents mixing in the air, and the architecture itself, visiting Fes el Bali — which is the oldest walled part of Fes in Morocco — is a unique experience in and of itself…
Oued Bou Khrareb in Fes in Morocco: Sunday Morning Photograph
…and the Oued Bou Khrareb — which is a tributary of the main Oued Fes or Fez River — translates into English as River of Filth because heavy pollution due to sewage, chemical waste which has been generated by nearby tanneries, and to occasionally being used as a dump by residents has plagued this river for many years.
However, restoration of the historic bridges along this river and the creation of pedestrian walkways — as well as rehabilitation of the river itself — during the past decade has led to significantly cleaner water in the river itself and a legendary site which is now more attractive to visit.
Final Boarding Call
Oued Bou Khrareb almost divides Fes el Bali in half. Zoom in on the area with the map above for a better view of the river.
More articles at The Gate about my experiences in Morocco include:
- And As the Full Moon Rises Over Medina of Fes in Morocco…
- Review: Restaurant Al Fassia Gueliz in Marrakech, Morocco
- Renting a Car With Green Motion in Morocco
- How a Toll Collector in Morocco Tried to Swindle Me Out of Money — and Failed
- Mohammed VI Bridge in Morocco
Please click here for a complete list of the Sunday Morning Photograph series of articles at The Gate, which include photographs taken of nature and sights of interest in many countries and territories around the world — including but not limited to:
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All photographs ©2018 by Brian Cohen.
