CASABLANCA, MOROCCO: A CITY OF CONTRASTS | Morocco’s RAWEST City 🇲🇦
Explore the vibrant contrasts of Casablanca, Morocco, from its ancient medina to its modern coastline. This collection reveals the raw energy and enduring elegance of Morocco's largest city, blending historical treasures with contemporary allure.
OLD MEDINA
The Old Medina is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Casablanca, dating back to the 1500s, with narrow alleyways, crumbling buildings and a chaotic atmosphere representing traditional local life.
HASSAN II MOSQUE
The Hassan II Mosque, built for the former king's 60th birthday, is a stunning mosque overlooking the ocean, blending traditional Islamic architecture with Moroccan designs.
MARCHÉ CENTRAL
Marché Central is a central marketplace where you can buy fresh fish and have it cooked at one of the small restaurants.
MOHAMMED V SQUARE
Mohammed V Square, formerly a central square during the French occupation, features stunning art deco buildings, including the old post office and a clock tower.
HABBOUS QUARTER
The Habous Quarter (New Medina) was built by the French in 1916 to alleviate overcrowding in the old medina, featuring Islamic-style architecture and now a middle-class neighborhood.
LA CORNICHE
La Corniche is a modern and cosmopolitan coastline area.
plus belgique
Plus Belgique is a plaza in the old medina showcasing art deco architecture with motifs and balconies.
french headquarters
The French headquarters, located in Place Mohammed V, is an example of the Art Deco style buildings erected during the French occupation.
pigeon square
Pigeon Square, another name for Place Mohammed V, is known for the hundreds of pigeons inhabiting the area.