This image presents an elevated view of the Chouara Tannery and its surrounding urban environment in Fez, Morocco

This image presents an elevated view of the Chouara Tannery and its surrounding urban environment in Fez, Morocco. In the immediate foreground, to the lower right, are numerous stone vats of varying shapes and sizes, primarily rectangular, filled with liquids of diverse colors, including deep browns, yellows, reds, and grays, indicative of tanning dyes. Several blue hoses are visible connecting the vats. The structures immediately surrounding these vats feature light-colored walls, some with balconies or railings, and pathways leading down into the tannery area. Directly across and slightly above the tannery vats, a prominent building with light brown stucco walls spans the mid-ground. Its rooftop is extensively covered with numerous pieces of what appear to be drying animal hides or leather, draped over the roof structure and walls. A small, light-colored dog is observed lying on this rooftop. A small, square structure with a wooden door is also present on this roof. The building's walls exhibit some darker staining, particularly below windows and rooflines. Beyond this building, a paved urban plaza or street is visible, populated by approximately two dozen parked vehicles, predominantly dark-colored sedans and vans, arranged in rows. Several individuals and small groups of people are seen walking across this plaza, some near the vehicles, others closer to the buildings. Two individuals are standing and conversing near the building with the drying hides. The background reveals a dense cityscape of Fez, characterized by numerous multi-story buildings constructed from similar light brown or tan materials. The terrain gently rises in the distance. Several taller structures, possibly minarets, and a few rooftops equipped with solar water heaters are discernible. The sky above is partly cloudy, featuring patches of clear blue interspersed with white clouds. The scene is illuminated by direct sunlight, casting clear shadows.