Street Musician playing a string instrument

After a day at sea - Casablanca!

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April 19th 2008
Geo: 33.5756, -7.6178After a chilly day at sea we arrive in Casablanca, where we get a local taxi driver to take us to the sights. From Rick's cafe to the 2nd largest Muslim temple after Mecca to the palace and the open market - a wonderful Morroccan adventure. ... read more

Africa » Morocco » Grand Casablanca » Casablanca

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In 788, about a century after the Arab conquest of North Africa, successive Moorish dynasties began to rule in Morocco. In the 16th century, the Sa'adi monarchy, particularly under Ahmad AL-MANSUR (1578-1603), repelled foreign invaders and inaugurate... ... read more