Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco with a population of almost 4 million inhabitants and also has the largest artificial port in the world, although it has no ferry service of any kind. Casablanca is also the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco. Young people flirt without any hesitation with light-skinned girls, designer brands are the norm in the wealthy neighborhoods of the city and much of the Moroccan youth speaks exclusively in French. During this sightseeing tour we will explore the main sights of the city including the Hassan II mosque, the cathedral, the beautiful Cornish and the Mohamed V square, then the Royal palace and the habous.
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Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco with a population of almost 4 million inhabitants and also has the largest artificial port in the world, although it has no ferry service of any kind. Casablanca is also the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco. Designer brands are the norm in the wealthy neighborhoods of the city and much of the Moroccan youth speaks exclusively in French.
But not everyone is living the Casablanca dream. Tens of thousands of Moroccans who fled the rural areas of the interior devastated by the drought in search of work in the city where they are struggling with high rates of unemployment and housing shortages. Poverty, prevalent in poor neighborhoods on the outskirts of the city, has led to high crime rates, drug use, prostitution and the growth of Islamism.
Although the rest of Morocco is not allowed access by non-Muslims to the mosques, the visit to the Grand Mosque of Hassan II is allowed only with guided tours. The entrance costs ten euros, but the expense is worth it to admire the second largest religious building in the world after Mecca.
Going around the Corniche to the Hank lighthouse should be mandatory. In the area there are many restaurants that serve excellent food and at night it is one of the most atmospheric spots to go out for a drink.
Go shopping in the souk of the Habbous neighborhood. Take a break in the Arab League Park.
Enter the old Medina of Casablanca. Although it has a reputation as dangerous, do not exaggerate. A tour that takes us to the Sidi-Bou-Smara square will delight any traveler seeing the ancient Casablanca enclosed within its walls.
Mahkama du Pacha This is a Hispano-Arabic building composed of more than 60 rooms decorated with wooden ceilings and stuccos and tiles. Although the entrance is free, it is not easy to enter. You need to find a guide to accompany you. Ask around - especially if you speak some French - it's worth it. (Hours: Monday to Saturday 08: 00-12: 00 and 14: 00-18: 00) To get there, take bus 81 on the Boulevard de Paris.
Central Post Office come to send your letters with a unique style Built in 1918 the facade of this building is composed of both round and rectangular shapes. It has some beautiful mosaics.
Rêve de Mon oeil. This art gallery exhibits a strange collection of modern sculptures by artists from all over Morocco.
The Octagonal Plaza This is one of the best places in modern Morocco. Businessmen come en masse at lunchtime to have lunch under the sun in the square of the modern city. Good place to take pictures
The Jewish Museum of Casablanca is the only Jewish Museum not only of Morocco, but of the entire Muslim world. It is an important resource that demonstrates the importance of the Jewish heritage throughout the history of Morocco. The Museum is located in a modern and bright building in the Oasis neighborhood, five kilometers south of Casablanca. Ancient Moroccan Jewish books and scrolls, traditional costumes as well as sacramental elements are on display. You will also find photographs of ancient Jewish cemeteries, synagogues, such as Ibn Dannan in Fez and in Ifrane, in the Anti-Atlas. The Jewish Museum of Casablanca is located at 81, Rue Jules Chasseur Gros, just outside the city. Open from Monday to Friday from 11:00 to 17:00, the entrance is 30dh.
