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Casablanca, Morocco
The urban landscape of this famed city clearly demonstrates the contrasts between the old and the new. Start with a visit to the central market, a massive kaleidoscope of colors. Then kick off your shoes as you visit the modernist landmark of the Hassan II Mosque, the 3rd largest mosque in the world.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Port of Casablanca
Ship DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
WET (Western European Time)
UTC/GMT +1 hour -
Language
The local language are Arabic and Berber. Say "hello" in Arabic: "marhaba." -
Currency & Shopping
Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
Moroccan carpets, pottery and jewelry. -
Best Way to Get Around
Discovering Morroco's beautiful Mosque, Old Medina, Cathédrale de Sacré-Coeur. Taxis available. -
Famous For
Make the time to visit The Corniche, the "South Beach of Morocco." This fun-filled boardwalk is lined with restaurants and lively nightclubs. -
Fun Fact #1
Casablanca is a cosmopolitan city with a booming foodie scene. Here you can indulge in a variety of sushi, Spanish, French and Chinese cuisine. -
Fun Fact #2
It took 6,000 artisans 5 years to build the Hassan II Mosque. While it is only accessible to Muslims, there are official tours that grant public access to certain parts.