We were quite surprised how clean and modern Tangier was. I guess we were expecting more of a frontier, port city.
Tangier lies on the Mediterranean coast of Morocco. On a clear, sunny day you should be able to see The Rock of Gibraltar. For many centuries this city has been Europe's gateway to Africa. Throughout the centuries it has been conquered and ruled by Romans, Vandals, Byzantines, Arabs, and Portuguese. In more recent history many Europeans relocated to Tangier giving it a multicultural vibe, There are still pockets of varying cultures ranging from the Jewish Quarters, to the neighbourhoods of the French, Spanish, Portugese, English, Swedish, Dutch, Belgiums, Italians, and USA citizens.
Tangier has always had a reputation of being a bit on the seedier side, because of its international flare that has attracted eccentric foreigners, artists, hippies, muscians, and spies.
Nowadays, Tangier is very different. Investments have flown in and the city has become modern and self confident.
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