Tangier is one of the few places left in the world where, so long as you don’t proceed to robbery, violence, or some form of crude, antisocial behavior, you can do exactly what you want.
— American novelist William S. Burroughs
When we visited southern Spain last month, I was most excited about visiting Tangier, Morocco. The European, Arabic, Islamic, and African influences make this such a historical and culturally rich spot, a place my family wanted to set foot in.
The trip was relatively easy, just a few hours drive from the coastal town in Spain where we were staying. We crossed the Straight of Gibraltar by ferry and arrived in Tangier, Morocco. How could we pass up this opportunity? Walking through the Kasbah and the Medina (old walled city within Tangier), these exotic parts of Tangier were exciting and a tad bit… well, forbidden, without a tour guide. Others have been lured by Tangier; artists Degas and Matisse, author Mark Twain and even The Rolling Stones in 1989 for a BBC special. Even though Tangier might not be a “destination” spot for many, it sure was a great place to experience Morocco.
Take a look at the fun little iPhone video I took as I walked through the market. I did my best to be invisible because we were told that cameras were not lovingly accepted.
All photos except one are taken by Nancy Moon, using the iPhone 6-plus or the Canon EOS 5D MarkIII.
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What a sensory over-load!
I want the fuchsia long dress of the woman who is trying to get around you. I don’t suppose she shared her designer?
As always, thanks for reading. She was beautiful, I noted that fushsia dress too! Thanks xx @disqus_Apugg9ZLwB:disqus
Those photos are some of my all time favorites of yours. I especially love the video. Really captures the feeling of being in the labyrinth-like streets. When can we go back?
What a trip that was, and you and I knew we would like Tangier. Thanks @steffie_g:disqus
These photos are just gorgeous. And I love the architecture and designs of Tangier.
The architecture was fantastic and those color, omg. Thanks for checking the blog post out. Hope you watched the video on the blog too.
unlike any place i’ve ever been, the people, the customs and centuries old buildings…what could be better.
Thanks, Steve xxx
Thanks for sharing! Oh my God I die to go to Morocco and get lost in the Medina streets. I love the video, I feel that I was with you guys. I love to took pictures to Arab people. probably I will on problems with the people ja
Wini, I want to go to other spots in Morocco, let’s get Peter to lead a workshop xx Thanks for reading and for looking at the video. I had fun putting it together.
I always feel like I’m on the trip with you when I see your wonderful photos.
oh victoria, you always say the most perfect thing to say. I”m so happy you feel like that 🙂
Makes me want to travel to all of these amazing places,,you make them even that much more inviting,,I definitely have Morocco and Cuba on my list ,,one day xxxooo ,the photos are all amazing ,however I love love love the violinist,,my dad was a violinist. Thanks for taking me along on your wonderful journeys,I enjoy each and every one ,xxoo Fair winds ,
These places were on my bucket list, and then suddenly I took the trips. Now I’m up to other things. Look at you, you lived in Panama and had all those experiences. 🙂
Great pics and blog!! Remind me to tell you of my travels with my bestie in Morocco. Thanks for sharing and bringing back such fun (and hilarious) times! xo.
Great photos nan! Amazing colors and architecture. Loved the video as well. Glad that we got the chance to go there while visiting Spain. Looking forward to the third installment of the Spain posts 😉