No down time at all today, but thought I'd write a quick update while I still have internet. I managed to put up all the posts I had prepped while internetless earlier today, but it's going to be another long stretch before I get to go online since we're spending tomorrow night in the dessert. I'm excited about the sahara and sleeping under the stars. Riding on a camel for 2 hours there, and then 2 hours back the next morning - not so much.
We spent the day wandering the Fes Medina. We were also supposed to tour the new parts of the city too, but didn't really make it there before dark - sunset is super early, since its winter, but I definetly wouldnt want to be here in the summer. The weather right now is pleasant by Canadian standards at 20 degrees today, and its nice being here in the off season. Anyways, the Medina has something like 60 km of alleys and turns all smooshed up into a valley between the surrounding mountains. We spent the morning looking at cultural sites in the Medina, including the oldest university inthe world from the 9th century, and then the afternoon shopping - both at stands, but also by visiting different manufacturers. I'm now the proud owner of a moroccan rug. Ooo, not to mention a purple cape. Not sure where I'll use it, but its kind of fabulous.
Anyways, we have a ridiculously early start tomorrow, and I really should finish getting ready. I really am totally concerned about the camel thing tomorrow. Me and animals don't really mix.
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