Casablanca is a very beautiful city located In Morocco. It is also famously known as the white city and the largest city in North Africa. This city is a great attraction for tourism as it has very developed urban planning. The climate of this city and its strategic location has some kind of a golden touch which is very attractive. This city is considered as the economic and financial capital of Morocco.

When to visit Casablanca, Morocco

June to August is the best time to visit this city. The weather is very pleasant at this time of the year. Many of the famous festivals take place in the summer season. The summer season  is warm but not unbearable as this city is very close to the ocean which brings cool breezes with it. The temperature during summers lies between 21-24. One can wear light and breathable clothes during the summer season in the city.

From the month of November-February, it is not advisable to visit this city as it can be extremely rainy which can lead to the blocking of roads.

What to know about Casablanca, Morocco

Currency

The official currency of Casablanca is the dirham. If you're visiting the city then it is the best option to exchange your money once you arrive in the city. If you want then you can also exchange dirham back into the hard currency.

Climate

From June to September it is warm in the city and practically never rains during this time. The maximum temperature can reach up to 38-40. This is the time where the city encounters most of its visitors during the whole year. 

The temperature is very mild from December to February. It experiences an average temperature of around 13 during this season.

What to Pack

If you are planning a trip to this city during the summer, then you can go in light clothes,  shorts and skirts for visiting the city. To protect yourself from the sun, you can take sunglasses and a hat with you.

And if you are visiting this place in the winters or in the season of rainfall then it is advisable to take a pair of raincoats, waterproof shoes and a few warm clothes which you can layer on you.

Language

The majority of the city's residents are fluent in Standard Arabic and Standard Moroccan Berber. French is also spoken by many people in this city and is Morocco's primary language of commerce, economics, cultures, sciences, and medicine. It is taught to the children of the city in their schools and colleges. Spanish is also spoken by the people of the city due to their historic ties and business interactions with Spain. Around 11% of the population speak the English language, but not all of them are fluent in it.

Transportation

The excellent public transportation services are the biggest way to get around Casablanca and its attractions.

Buses

Trains

Taxis

Trams

Metros

Bike hiring

Car hiring

Famous food to try in Casablanca, Morocco

Couscous

It is a very famous dish in the city which is also referred to as kusksi or kseksu. This dish is a form of pasta which is made from a dry mixture of semolina and water. Traditionally it is steamed in a pot called couscoussier. It is served with a stew spooned on top.

Harira

It is a traditional North African soup which is very popular among the people in the city. It is mostly served during Ramadan, but it can be made any time of the year. It is also considered very healthy because of the ingredients which are used in its preparation. The dish is made up of tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, onions, rice, meat, olive oil and flour. This is the most delicious meal available in Casablanca.  

Rfissa

This is a very fabulous and delicious dish which is traditionally served with chicken and lentils. Earlier, this dish was not mentioned in the city's cookbook, but now because of its taste and popularity, this dish has made its place in the famous cookbooks of the city. It is also considered very important to serve this dish to a woman who has given birth as it is supposed to be very beneficial in the recovery from the childbirth.

Sfenj

The word Sfenj comes from the Arabic word Safanj which usually means sponge. This is a doughnut that is very light and looks like a spongy ring of dough and is deep-fried in oil. People usually eat it with tea or coffee in the morning or late afternoon. They are usually coated in sugar or are soaked in honey before serving.

Places of Attraction in Casablanca, Morocco

Hassan II Mosque

It is the most famous and must-visit mosque in the city. It is the 7th largest functioning mosque in the world and 2nd largest in Africa. This mosque was completed in 1993 under the guidance of King Hassan II. The walls of the mosque are of hand-crafted marble, and the roof is retractable. The capacity of this mosque is around 105,000 people, from which 25,000 can stay indoors and the other 80,000 on the mosque's ground. The Minaret height is about 210 metres long. To see the mosque from the inside, the visitors are advised to be decently dressed, covering their knees and arms properly. The whole tour will not take more than 45 minutes of your time and the tour can be conducted in few languages like English, German, French and Spanish.

Mahkama du Pacha

This place is also known as Mahkamat al-Pasha which was constructed during the year 1941-1942. This place is generally used for the parliamentary reception hall, courthouse, the governor's residence, and jail. The size of this place is around 6000 m2 .

Casablanca Cathedral

This place is popularly also known as the Church of Sacred Heart. This church was designed by a French architect. It is very beautiful and has a fabulous architect. This is a must-see attraction. Many visitors praise the church, saying it is absolutely stunning. If you can only see one thing in Casablanca, make it this one.