Al Mounia, Casablanca

Advantages: Rich
Disadvantages: Poor

...CASABLANCA. This is the largest city in Morocco, with nearly 3 millions. There are many rich Moroccans living here, but also beggars and prostitutes and many people living beyond the level of poverty in the shantytowns. The French meant to create a modern city, and mainly they succeeded, but, in doing this, they could not prevent some of the problems linked to modernization to pop up. Casablanca is the only city I am aware of in Morocco, to have a red light district. However, the area can be quite dangerous and I would recommend you try to stay clear of this area around Blvd Hassan Seghir and Rue Mohammed Smiha... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average off topic

Advantages: Western comforts if that's your thing
Disadvantages: Wealth divide, Lack of culture, unfriendly locals

...I arrived in Casablanca by train and took a taxi to the city centre where i planned to stay. The taxi driver seemed to drive around in circles even though I'd given him a map in French of where I wanted to go, eventually dropping me off around half a mile away. I'd spent a bit of time in Morocco in the cities and desert and was wholey disappointed by Casablanca. Travelling on a budget I saw most of what the westerners staying at the beach resorts missed. The dead animals on the side of the streets and plenty of fighting between the locals. The city itself is trying to be as western as possible. Plenty of boutiques and fast food restaurants and the touristy market in the old town area is overpriced and low quality compared to the other regions in the country. The hassan II mosque on the coast is something worth going to see... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Quiet
Disadvantages: Not extremely exciting

...Mohammedia is situated 30 Km North of Casablanca and quite off the tourist trail. It has a nice athmosphere and many cafes and restaurants by the port. This is also the main city in Morocco for iol production, still, this has not affected negatively the landscape. There is not much to visit, apart from lazying around and having an insight into Moroccan life. The City is well connected to Casablanca by bus and makes an easy daily trip. Once you are there, everything you need to visit can be accessed on foot.... Read review

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