Flights to Tangier

Tangier History

Until Tangier gained its independence and joined the Kingdom of Morocco in 1956, for years, it was the unfortunate crossroads of drug smuggling due to its strategic location and port. Today, the Port of Tangier is also frequented by many cruise ships crossing from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic Ocean. This is an element that increases the touristic importance of the city. As a result, Tangier is in a rapid development and modernization process today. The town is the second largest industrial city in Morocco after Casablanca and has four large industrial zones, two of which are free. Textile, chemical, and medical products are among the basilica products produced in the area. However, the most important economic element of the city is undoubtedly tourism. Therefore, the infrastructure and real estate sectors are also in the making. The Carthaginians first laid the foundations of the city of Tangier in the 5th century BC. It was founded as a Berber and Phoenician city during this period. Even the name of the town comes from the Berber Goddess Tingis. From the time it was founded until it gained its independence from the French in 1956, it hosted many civilizations such as Romans, Mauritanians, Vandals, Arabs, many Moroccan Dynasties, Portuguese, Spaniards, and the British. In 1923, it was declared an international zone under the control of Spain, France, and England. Right after declaring its independence, the city joined the Moroccan Kingdom voluntarily.

Tangier Cuisine

It would be best if you tried couscous (seksu), the first traditional dish that comes to mind when Morocco is mentioned. Couscous made from semolina flour is served with plenty of vegetables and meat. A popular appetizer, Tajines is another traditional lamb dish that is worth giving a shot at. Tajines is prepared in different ways with various vegetables and are cooked in a casserole. Brochette is a traditional kebab, and pastilla is another traditional dish made from pigeon meat, all of which you can easily find on menus when browsing through restaurants in Tangier.