Tangier is a impressive Moroccan city to visit. Interesting history, beautiful vistas, unspoiled beaches and friendly people are the key factors that tourists love the city. Tangier is an fascinating mix of Africa, Spain, France and Portugal. Located in northern Morocco, the city was under joint international control until 1956.
Tangier is separated from Spain only by the 32 km (distance from Tanger to Tarifa) of the Strait of Gibraltar. Ferryboats make the short crossing from Europe each day, and many cruise ships sailing between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic often include Tangier as a port of call.
Tanger ancient city (Medina) is in a good condition. The narrow winding streets are lined with houses of all kinds of styles, indicating that people from with various financial backgrounds both lived and worked here. Just a few blocks of civilization, Medina has a major impact on European tourists. Small traders will overwhelm you with bargains and you get rid of them, only if you buy at least one product.
The main Moroccan Berber dish most people are familiar with is couscous, the old national delicacy. Beef is the most commonly eaten red meat in Morocco. The consumption of pork and alcohol are considered Haraam, and are prohibited per Muslim dietary restrictions.
In Tangier you will find genuine Berber pharmacies. Argan Oil is a very rare and precious oil which has been used for centuries by the Berber tribes of Morocco and there are dozens of shops and vendors just waiting to sell some to you. If you are in southern Spain, Tanger is an ideal destination for a city brake.
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