This beautiful fountain in the Chrabliyine district of the medina was identified as needing cleaning and restoration. It's situated in a small square near the ancient house, Dar Dmana, and a magnificent old mulberry tree. The fountain is fed by a natural spring and local people come to collect water and to wash their horses.We have chipped out the cement repairs to the fountain surround and fill the holes with harch. Once this is dry, a new layer of medluk will be applied. - Fes Riads
While many people are busy restoring old houses in the Fez Medina, there are other projects going on that are making an important contribution to the life of the people in the Medina.
Fes Riads - who run a service finding accomodation in traditional houses in the Medina contributes a small amount donated by the dar and riad owners towards community restoration projects.
Yesterday we visited the "fountain project" in Derb Jama El Hamiya. This fountain was in very bad repair and was selected for restoration because it was an important watering hole for horses and mules as well as the place where animals were washed and groomed. We can now report that although there is still some work to be done, the horses and owners are delighted with the results so far.
For finding accomodation in Fez and to assist Medina restoration, contact Fez Riads.
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