Workers in leather tannery in the ancient walled medina of Fes El Bali

Leather-Making Traditions in Morocco.

This aerial footage captures the intricate layout of a traditional leather tannery in the ancient walled medina of Fes El Bali, Morocco. The shot presents an array of circular stone vats filled with various colored liquids used for dyeing and treating leather. Workers can be seen moving around the tannery, tending to the leather in the vats. The tannery is surrounded by beige and ochre buildings that highlight the earthy tones of the setting. The clip showcases the bustling activity and the centuries-old practices of leather production in this historical site. The surrounding structures appear worn and historic, adding to the authenticity of the scene. This video gives a comprehensive view of the daily operations and environment within one of the world's oldest tanneries.

Top-Down Shot of Chouara Tannery's Vats with Different Colors.

This high-resolution aerial footage showcases the bustling activity within a traditional leather tannery in the ancient walled medina of Fes El Bali. Filmed using advanced drone technology by professional filmmakers, the clip captures the intricate layout of circular stone vats filled with colorful liquids used for leather dyeing and treatment. The video is available in both 2160p 4K and 1080p HD, making it perfect for high-quality displays and productions. Additionally, it is offered in vertical mode (9:16 aspect ratio) suitable for smartphone screens and social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. This versatile footage is ideal for documentaries, educational content, travel promotions, and cultural presentations, providing a vivid glimpse into traditional Moroccan leather craftsmanship.

The Chouara Tannery employs ancient methods of leather production that have been practiced for centuries. The vats at the tannery are filled with natural dyes derived from organic materials such as saffron, poppy flowers, indigo, and henna. Each vat contains a specific dye that imparts a distinctive color to the leather. The process begins with soaking raw animal hides in a mixture of water and pigeon excrement, which acts as a natural softening agent and loosens the hair from the hides. After hair removal, the hides are transferred to the colored vats, where they undergo several weeks of soaking to absorb the dyes and achieve the desired color intensity.