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Tangier : The Phoenician Era

Starting from Tyr and Sidon, the Phoenicians undertook to sail the inland sea using the technique of cabotage. The smallness of the hinterland of present-day Lebanon pushed the Phoenicians to seek their fortune offshore. These skillful and enterprising traders established trading posts along the Mediterranean coasts and maintained close relations with the natives. The oldest […]

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Tangier : The Prehistory

The prehistory of Tangier is poorly known. This observation applies to all of North Africa. Research conducted to date shows the presence of hominins from the Late Pleistocene (Aterian). Stone industry sites have been discovered, as well as human fossils. Around 50,000 BC, the region was home to a Neanderthal population similar to that of […]

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Tangier : The Mythology

The mythology of Tangier is a rich and enjoyable chapter in its history. This unique location in the Mediterranean, at the gateway to the unknown ocean, has fueled the imagination of all the peoples of the mare nostrum. Today, tourist guides indulge in the often approximate narration of these stories. To the author’s knowledge, the […]

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The Legendary Alcazar Theater: A Glimpse into Tangier’s Cinematic History

From Theater to Cinema: The Birth of Cine Alcazar In 1913, the Teatro Alcazar was built on 1 Rue de la Kasbah by a Jewish merchant of Andalusian origin, a member of the Cohen family. Under the direction of artist Antonio Gallego, the venue hosted numerous theater troupes and renowned singers, becoming a cultural landmark in Tangier. The nearby medina gate […]

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The Forgotten Telegraph Line: Tangier’s Historic Link to Europe

In the late 19th century, Morocco was slowly being woven into the global communication network. One of the most significant milestones in this transformation was the establishment of the first telegraph line in the country, connecting Tangier to Gibraltar in 1880. This groundbreaking project, undertaken by the Eastern Telegraph Company, marked the third telegraphic link between Europe and […]

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The Downfall of Café Colón: Tangier’s Iconic Location

For decades, Café Colón was more than just a café it was a cultural landmark in Tangier where some scenes in Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1990 movie {The Sheltering Sky} were filmed. Located in the heart of the medina, this historic establishment welcomed artists, writers, diplomats, and locals alike, serving as a meeting point for bohemians and intellectuals. Yet, despite […]

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