CASABLANCA

La Mosque Hassan II

The landmark of Morocco, built partially over the Atlantic. Magnificent architecture blending tradition and technology.

The Mosque is located in the northwest of the city of Casablanca in the Kingdom of Morocco, situated at the westernmost point of the Islamic world. It is a symbol of Moroccan identity and religious beliefs, and is also the largest mosque in North Africa. Construction began in August 1987, costing over 500 million US dollars and covering an area of 9 hectares, with one-third of the land built on the sea to commemorate the ancestors of Moroccan Arabs who came from the sea. The entire mosque can accommodate 100000 people praying at the same time, making it the third largest mosque in the world. It is a typical Arab style building and a masterpiece of Islamic art and Moroccan craftsmanship. The intricate tile design and paving inside and outside the mosque, exquisite wood carvings, and gold-plated cedar ceilings not only reflect the traditional style of Moroccan architecture, but also showcase the pinnacle of Moroccan art.

Museum of Moroccan Judaism & Synagogue

The Museum is the only Jewish museum in the Arabic speaking world, and its former site was a Jewish orphanage. It traces the history of Moroccan Jews for 2000 years, and although the museum is not large, it showcases the rich Jewish culture and the contribution of this nation to the country's development. The exhibits include clothing, jewelry, religious items, iconic architectural models, photographs, and ancient books. The museum is divided into themed halls and main halls. Permanent exhibitions and temporary exhibitions complement each other.

The Museum is surrounded by the famous Jewish community of Casablanca, adjacent to a 1930s rebuilt synagogue that is considered the oldest synagogue in the country and an important religious and cultural center. Its design is exquisite and luxurious: carved rosettes, plaster, handmade furniture, stained glass windows, and large silver candlesticks all make people feel exquisite.

 Rick's Café

Inspired by the legendary bar from the 1942 film Casablanca, this iconic establishment has transformed from a cinematic fantasy into a real-life restaurant. Though Casablanca was shot entirely on Hollywood soundstages, the movie sparked lasting fascination with the city’s exotic, mysterious allure.

Founded in 2004 by Kathy Kriger, a former U.S. diplomat, Rick's Café aims to bring to life the mythical bar immortalized by Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman in the eponymous film. More than just a culinary journey, this elegant restaurant and piano bar transports guests back to the romantic era of 1940s Morocco.

Rick's Café has been meticulously designed to faithfully recreate the one seen in the film, featuring sweeping arched doorways, balconies, a spacious bar, brass lighting, and plush upholstered furniture. Housed in a beautifully restored traditional Moroccan riad, the venue centers around a central garden courtyard. Natural light filters through colorful stained-glass windows, casting a warm and inviting glow. The décor is adorned with authentic period pieces—including a genuine 1930s Pleyel piano and slowly whirring ceiling fans that gently stir the air—every detail steeped in refined nostalgia.