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Top Things to Do in Casablanca "Top Things To Do in Casablanca" Casablanca is a charming city. Located along the Atlantic coast, the city offers delicious cuisines, a bevy of shopping centers and many of Morocco's most beautiful sights including the splendid Hassan II Mosque. Realizado por : Cityseeker 10 Ubicaciones indicadas Mohammed V Square "Casablanca's Central Hub of Activity" The Mohammed V Square is located in the center of downtown Casablanca. Around the square one will find Hôtel de Ville (City Hall), the Palais de Justice (Hall of Justice), the French Consulate and a post office. This square is the central hub of the city, and it is bustling with activity 24 hours a day. At night, the square is a picturesque spot when all of the by aninaabdesalam surrounding buildings are illuminated. Anyone spending time in downtown Casablanca is bound to stumble upon this thriving square. +212 5 22 22 15 24 (Tourist Information) Mohammed V Square, Casablanca Museum of Moroccan Judaism "A Museum of Jewish History & Ethnography" This museum was founded by the Jewish community of Morocco in 1977. The collection features artifacts and works of art that reflect the history and traditions of Jews in Moroccan civilization with an emphasis on objects from everyday life. One large room is dedicated to plastic arts, photography and sculptures. There are also three other rooms filled with by Osama Shukir Muhammed miscellaneous artifacts, a library and two rooms that have been designed Amin FRCP(Glasg) to represent traditional Moroccan synagogues. +212 522 99 49 40 www.jewishmuseumcasa.com/ 81 Rue du Chasseur Jules Cros, Casablanca Mezquita Hassan II "Casablanca's Religious Site" The Hassan II Mosque is one of the most popular attractions in Casablanca. The exquisite landmark was commissioned in 1986 by King Hassan II and completed in 1993. It was designed by French architect Michel Pinseau and required thousands of artists, craftsmen, and construction workers to complete. The mosque is known not only for its by Anna+%26+Michal 210-meter (689-foot) minaret, the second tallest in the world, but also for modern features like its heated floor, sliding roof, and earthquake proof design. The largest mosque in Morocco, the Hassan II Mosque is open to individuals of all faiths, and it is an absolute must for any tourist. www.morocco.com/attractions/hassan-mosque/ Boulevard Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Casablanca Mahkama du Pacha "Home of the Court of Justice" The Mahkama du Pacha or Pacha's Courthouse is a parliamentary building that houses the Court of Justice and also functions as a private reception area for governmental functions. Even though public access inside the building is not permitted, it is worth visiting for its notable architecture. The architectural style is distinctly Moorish. If you are able to gain access, by User: (WT-shared) inside you will be pleased to discover beautiful chiseled stucco and Radouane at wts wikivoyage polychrome mosaics as well as statuesque columns and geometric designs. +212 522 22 15 24 (Tourist Information) 12 Rue Moulay Ismail, Casablanca Quartier Habous (New Medina) "Charming & Great For Shopping" Known in French as the Quartier des Habous, the new Medina or new town is a beautiful marketplace in Casablanca located in the southeastern part of the city. About four kilometers (two miles) southeast of the city center, the new Medina is a very popular tourist destination thanks to the Moroccan charm it exudes. Records indicate that the new Medina was by fiverlocker constructed around 1923 to provide citizens with a central place to gather. Today the new Medina is a narrow cluster of winding streets filled with nifty arcades, artisans and shops. It is considered a shopper's haven. +212 522 22 15 24 (Tourist Information) Quartier Habous, Casablanca Villa des Arts "Contemporary Art Gallery" Near the Parc de la Ligue Arabe, this art gallery is located in a wonderful restored and whitewashed 1934 art deco building. Outside, fountains accentuate the beauty of the environs, and inside, polished wood floors and gleaming walls complement the spectacular artwork adorning the interior. by Fraguando +212 5 22 29 50 87 30 Boulevard Brahim Roudani, Casablanca Nortre Dame de Lourdes Church "Unique Architectural Features" This beautiful church dates back to the 1950s. The interior is illuminated by a large stained glass window that measures 800 square meters (8600 square feet). A lovely shrine is set up outside the church where visitors can make offerings or light candles. One of the church's most notable architectural features is the massive concrete hood that covers (and by Remi Jouan (cropped by actually towers over) the entryway of the church. There is also a small Rabanus Flavus) crucifix attached to the highest point. +212 022 22 15 24 (Tourist Information) Rue d'Ariege, Casablanca Casablanca Cathedral "Remnants of French Catholic Rule" Casablanca Cathedral is a stunning edifice located in the center of the city. It was built in 1930 while Casablanca was still under French Catholic rule. The cathedral was designed by French architect Paul Tournon in Neo- Gothic and Art Deco styles. The cathedral fell into disuse in 1956 when Morocco gained independence from France. The cathedral is open to the by gripso_banana_prune public, and its towers offer beautiful views of the city. +212 5 22 22 15 24 (Tourist Information) Rue d'Alger, Casablanca Ain Diab "Lovely Seaside Suburb" The seaside suburb of Ain Diab is the most happening place in the city comprising of beaches, nightclubs and discos. Frequented by people of all ages, the neighborhood consists of attractions for one and all. With exquisite bars and pubs lined up along the long coastline, a visit to one of the attractions is the best way to mingle with locals and tourists alike. by Lartiste90 +212 5 22 27 9533 (Tourist Information) Ain Diab, Casablanca Stade Mohammed V "For Soccer Games" The Mohamed V Stadium is located in the western part of the Maarif district. This large stadium is used primarily for soccer matches. It was inaugurated in 1955 and can seat up to 67,000 spectators. This stadium is home to the Morocco National Soccer Team as well as the Raja Casablanca, Wydad Casablanca, and Botola clubs. The stadium was by KSKB1935 originally named the Stade Marcel Cerdan, but in 1956 when Morocco gained independence, its name was changed. +212 634 60 2690 Rue Al Azrak Ahmed, Casablanca UNIRSE A NOSOTROS A: cityseeker.com Condiciones generales | POLíTICA DE PRIVACIDAD | API | PóNGASE EN CONTACTO CON NOSOTROS | Derechos de autor 2020 CITYSEEKER Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org).
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