The Kasbah & Medina of Tangier: History, Shopping & Moroccan Culture; Exploring the Historic Kasbah; Inside the Kasbah Museum; The Andalusian Gardens; The Best Views in Tangier; Wandering Through the Medina; Shopping for Moroccan Treasures; Lunch at La Terrasse Medina; Why the Tangier Kasbah Is Worth Visiting
See: The Kasbah of Tangier
Just a short walk from Villa Mabrouka, our stunning boutique hotel where we stayed, the Kasbah awaits. This historic citadel, located above the city's medina, overlooks the Strait of Gibraltar. A former strategic military location, it is now one of Tangier's most popular cultural attractions. The Kasbah is known for its painted white facades, winding narrow streets, atmospheric textures, colors, and fragrances of spices, traditional Moroccan cuisine, and spectacular panoramic views of the Mediterranean.
Historic Facts of the Kasbah
The Kasbah Museum
Built in the 17th century by Sultan Moulay Ismaïl, a former royal palace is now the Kasbah Museum of Mediterranean Cultures. While there, visit the Andalusian garden.
Enjoy the beautiful mosques with octagonal minarets decorated with colorful zellij tilework and geometric patterns. Look out at the Gate of the Sea, walk through the Mechouar large square, and the Gate of the Rods arch.
The Kasbah is typically quieter than the medina. We are certain you will enjoy the cuisine, culture, architecture, and views.
Visit online to confirm museum hours of operation and pricing before you go.
Woman at the Kasbah of Tangier, Morocco, Africa
Savor Delicious Moroccan Cuisine
Sip & Savor
Sip & Savor:
Lunch in the Kasbah at La Terrasse Medina
Croquettes de poulet, chicken croquettes
Crevette dynamite, Dynamite shrimp
Patata harra, Spicy potatoes
Pastilla Poulet aux amandes
Puff pastry stuffed with chicken and almonds (Outstanding), the phyllo dough, dusted with ground cinnamon & powdered sugar, added a unique and deliciously unforgettable touch.
Tangier
Delicious scents of the Medina
Medina of Tangier
Within stone walls lies the famed Medina and its vivacious Grand Socco. A cultural icon, awash with scents of fragrance, spices, and flowers. We purchased an extra suitcase and filled it with treasures, including an antique tagine, dishes, textiles, spices, and more! Walking through the maze of small alleys is not to be missed; as it is here that you will be immersed in a culture of excitement and wonder. Then continue up to the Kasbah to relax and dine over the stunning Mediterranean Sea.
Additional Reading
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