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Tanger-Medina

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    • Dag 70

      Letztes Abendmahl

      3 mars, Marocko ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C

      Gleich nach dem Frühstück machten wir uns zur etwa 500 Meter entfernten Haltestelle des hop on, hop off Busses auf. Mit dem Bus ließen wir uns dann für 13 Euro p.P. etwas durch die Stadt fahren, wobei mir ständig die Frage kam, wie will der große Bus durch diese engen und zudem zugeparkten Gassen fahren. Am Bahnhof stiegen wir aus, beendeten bei Maroc-Telecom unseren Vertrag fürs Internet und weil der Bus uns zu spät zur Weiterfahrt kam, gingen wir einfach zu Fuß zurück. Unseren Plan, um 15.00 Uhr zur Fähre aufzubrechen, änderten wir kurzerhand, verlängerten unseren Parkschein und fahren jetzt erst morgen über die Straße von Gibraltar.
      Stattdessen gingen wir zu einem weiteren Café, das die Reiseleiterin ausgeguckt hatte. Dem "Café Salon Bleu". Welchen Rang es auf der weltweiten Caféscala einnimmt?? Jedenfalls kann man prima über den Hafen schauen. Dann in die Medina und zum Obst- und Gemüse fassen in den Soukh.
      Und weil es unser letzter Abend in Afrika ist, kehrten wir noch einmal in ein typisches marokkanisches Lokal ein. Mein im blauen Salon aufkeimender Verdacht, dass man sich in Tanger bereits auf europäischen Preisstandart angepasst hat, wurde nicht bestätigt. Vorspeise, Tajine und Couscous mit Rindfleisch, Wasser und ein Tee Vervaine, jetzt aber mit Kräutern, für gerade 18 Euro.
      Der Weg zurück durch die Medina war nochmals ein Ereignis. Wir haben den Eindruck, diese Medina ist die größte und bunteste, die wir bislang gesehen haben.
      Und zum Schluss fiel uns noch etwas auf. Wie bereits in Asilah und Mhedia war auch hier gefühlt die halbe Stadt gegen Abend auf den Beinen, um auf der Strandpromenade zu flanieren
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    • Dag 111

      Tangier, Morocco

      28 april, Marocko ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C

      Tangier was a wonderful surprise as we close out our journey around Africa. We enjoyed a great private tour of the area. Our guide took us to the northern most cape, great scenic overlooks and the Medina inside the city walls. Tangier originally had many quarters with 9 European countries occupying the city at the same time. This gateway to the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea has been of great strategic importance for hundreds of years. The coast of Spain is across the water and can be seen in the background of our photographs. The city has a wonderful mixture of architecture and cultures. We topped it off with a Camel ride on the beach!Läs mer

    • Dag 113

      04.28.2024 Tangier, Morocco

      28 april, Marocko ⋅ ⛅ 54 °F

      Today was our final African port. We were scheduled to go on the included tour with Viking but decided to just go tour on our own.
      Following breakfast we gathered our things and took the free shuttle Viking offered into town.
      Since it is Sunday it seems fitting that we will visit a few Churches. We climbed up to St. Andrew Church.
      The Church of Saint Andrew is an Anglican church in Tangier, Morocco. Consecrated in 1905, the church is within the Archdeaconry of Gibraltar. The building is constructed in a Moorish architectural style.
      It is only 10:00 am and services don’t start until 11:00. We walk through part of the cemetery that is located in the church yard. Always interesting to see the history of those buried.
      We move on to the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit. The Roman Catholic Cathedral of Tangier, whose full name is the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and the Holy Spirit, also known as the Spanish Cathedral, is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tangier, Morocco.
      Mass begins at 11:00 so we thought we would stay but possibly duck out if it was in French and not English. We listened to the children sing and the priest asked us all to move into the first few pews so we decided to leave. It is a beautiful Church.
      We wandered through a few Souks and then returned to the ship in time for lunch around 12:30. It was a nice morning.
      We found a comfy lounger by the pool and just relaxed.
      We attended Church in Torshaven at 6.
      We watched sail away from the Explorers Lounge and joined Vicki and Randy.
      Myron went to the show and Diana returned to our cabin.
      A beautiful sunset.
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    • Dag 129

      Day 128 Tangeria, Africa

      28 april, Marocko ⋅ 🌙 14 °C

      TANGIER, MOROCCO
      A pivotal port city linking Africa and Europe, Tangier lies just eight miles across the Strait of Gibraltar from the Iberian Peninsula. Long coveted for its strategic location where the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet, numerous empires called it their own throughout history. The city's vibrancy and multicultural air attracted all manner of artists in the late 20th century, including Henri Matisse and Paul Bowles. Tangier's ancient, walled medina brims with the pleasures of Morocco, from intricate carpets and finely made slippers to fresh dates.Läs mer

    • Dag 15

      Tanger in Morocco

      12 juli 2018, Marocko ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C

      From the time we stepped off the boat Sam and I fell victim to the Morocco con. We didn’t know it, but as soon as we stepped into a taxi at the port we were being set up for the evening.

      The taxi driver tried first to charge us too much so we were proud we put our foot down and bargained him down to 20 euros. But he couldn’t speak English well so he organised his English speaking friend to meet us near the hotel to assist us. He took us on a circuitous route to our hotel and provided us with a friend to show us the sights of Tangier (you can see where this is going).

      His friend took us to some sights and then to a rug factory and then to a spice and perfume factory. Yes, I bought a rug much to Sam’s chagrin. But I only paid $80 euro for it so you can see they weren’t overjoyed with our price. Nevertheless it was Sam who first lost his patience with them. After I bought the rug and then we were being shown the spices and perfumes Sam proclaimed very loudly that he had had enough and we were not buying anything.

      Mohammed our guide them took us to his friends special restaurant for dinner. It was traditional Moroccan food which I enjoyed but Sam just knew we were being conned.

      After dinner our guide returned us to our hotel and then demanded 20 euro each for his time. I paid him 5 for each of us and said goodnight. Sam couldn’t believe I paid him anything.

      Sam was most indignant about the whole proceeding and is looking forward to getting out of Morocco and back to Spain. I just see the sport in it. I have been through this many times - in Egypt, in Turkey, in parts of Europe, in Bangkok and now Morocco. It is all part of the sport the tourism game leads to. I actually think we did okay today. Sam just felt we were pawns in their game and that made him very agitated.

      I love Morocco. The sounds, colours, smells, sights are so different to Spain. Or anywhere I have been for that matter. It is certainly a third world country, but if you are keen to get a bit off the beaten track, it is fantastic. Quite beautiful. I don’t think Sam will hurry back, but I could spend more time here for sure. Just don’t expect the refined tourist experience that is usual in Europe.

      We are staying in a hotel in the Medina (old city of Tanger) where the market is located. The souk. It is very characteristic of old Morocco. Most of the buildings are 800 years old and the fortress is over 1000 years old. An amazing place.
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    • Dag 7

      Tangier

      28 december 2019, Marocko ⋅ ☀️ 57 °F

      I traveled for 3 hours by coach on a scenic coastal road to Tangier, the beautiful light and multicul- tural spirit of which have drawn travelers to Morocco for centuries. People have been living in Tangier since colonists from Carthage settled there in the fifth century BC, and over the years it has traded hands between several kingdoms and empires, and served as refuge for countless cultures.
      I arrive around 11:30am and check into the hotel, which is located near Tangier’s beach and city center and offers up close views of the Strait of Gibraltar and the Atlantic Ocean.

      Afternoon: Beginning at about 2pm, we’ll experience the lively modern culture of this ancient coastal city during a 3.5-hour guided tour that includes the medina, the Petit Socco (Little Square), and the Grand Socca (Large Square). We return to the hotel around 5:30pm.
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    • Dag 7

      Tangier Medina 1

      28 december 2019, Marocko ⋅ ☀️ 57 °F

      I venture out for a stroll through Tangier’s medina, with its eclectic mix of ancient architecture and modern touches like more recently- planted palm trees that line some of the streets. While exploring the meandering maze of medina lanes, a helpful tip to keep in mind is that, when in doubt, walking uphill (in pretty much any direction) will usually lead you to an exit.

      The medina, the top attraction of Tangier, is a labyrinth of alleyways both commercial and residential. It's contained by the walls of a 15th-century Portuguese fortress, although most buildings are actually relatively new for a Moroccan medina. The place is full of travellers' treasures and offers glimpses of traditional living
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    • Dag 7

      Museum—Tangier American Legation 1

      28 december 2019, Marocko ⋅ ☀️ 61 °F

      In 1777 Morocco was the first country to recognize American independence. In 1821 the Sultan of Morocco gave the US a building in the Médina of Tangier—the Legation. As America’s oldest diplomatic property, the Legation stands as the only US Historic Landmark overseas.
      Today, the Legation houses TALIM , a museum outlining the history of Moroccoan-American diplomatic and cultural relations.
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    • Dag 7

      High Speed Train

      28 december 2019, Marocko ⋅ ☀️ 61 °F

      The trip from Tangier to Kenitra will take 50 minutes while the trip from Tangier to Rabat will take 80 minutes. Khlie revealed that the high speed train will eventually take 1 hour between Tangier and Rabat after work is completed on the rails between the two cities, allowing the train to travel at optimal speeds.Läs mer

    • Dag 2

      First dinner in Tangier

      9 mars 2020, Marocko ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C

      Ferry arrived in Tangier Ville. Once again we are screened for the CoronaVirus CoVid-19. We are both virus free. We walk to the area where we exchange dollars for Dirhams (mad).
      I first exchange $60.00 USd. Then upon learning Omar exchanged $250.usd I go back exchange another $100.usd for mad.

      Afterwards we make our way to the Taxis where the hustle begins. One guy runs ahead of everyone else to get our business. Several others cut him off and tells him to get back in line it wasn’t his turn to get next customer( namely us). As they argue with him several others seeing the opportunity they couldn’t pass up. They start yelling, calling us to get into their taxi. Even walking up to us to direct us. Both Omar and are now separated by about 15 feet apart. We both stop. Trying to figure out what to do. Finally we get a guy with two others who seems to have taken control of the chaotic scene. He directs us to a taxi. Another man standing by offers his support of the three drivers. As we get situated this last guy asks for 1 euro for his help. We pass on his request. $45 mad to take us to the train station.
      After purchasing our train tickets we head up stairs to the food court for a little dinner. Once at the top we are greeted by McDonalds Hamburgers. Taco Kebabs and another Taco fast food stand. We finally Settled for a Italian restaurant. I ordered a Rustic Pizza.
      First dinner in Tangier train station food court.
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