Tangier
Guarding the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier has for centuries been Europes's gateway to Africa. Its blend of cultures and influences is unique in Morocco – for much of its history it wasn't even governed by Morocco.
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Top places to visit in Tangier
Discover the best attractions in Tangier from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in TangierGrand Socco
- Attraction in TangierKasbah Museum of Mediterranean Cultures
- Attraction in TangierSt Andrew’s Church
- Attraction in TangierMedina
- Attraction in TangierTangier Beach
- Attraction in TangierPetit Socco
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Attraction in TangierTangier American Legation Museum - Attraction in TangierTomb of Ibn Battuta
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Here are the natural and cultural sights to take in on your first visit to this North African city.
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