From the Hassan II Mosque built over the ocean to the traditional souks of Habous; a visa-free and halal-friendly North African fairytale with your family.
The Hassan II Mosque, the symbol of Casablanca and one of the largest mosques in the world, is literally breathtaking. Built on reclaimed land from the ocean, this magnificent structure was designed inspired by the verse 'Allah's throne is on the water'. Having the world's tallest minaret at 210 meters, the mosque's retractable roof allows you to meet the sky while praying inside. Performing a daily prayer here with your family and praying accompanied by the sound of waves will be one of the most peaceful moments of your life.
If you want to experience that colorful bazaar culture that comes to mind when Morocco is mentioned in a more organized and quiet environment, your address should be the Habous Quarter. Built by the French while remaining faithful to traditional Moroccan architecture, this area is ideal for families with its arched paths and clean streets. Here you can find handmade leather goods, traditional Moroccan clothes (Djellaba), olive varieties, and halal Moroccan sweets. Seeing the exterior architecture of the Royal Palace in the neighborhood and chatting with locals will add color to your trip.
The Corniche area is great for getting away from the stress of the city and watching the endless blue of the Atlantic Ocean. You can walk with your family on the promenade stretching along the coast, and relax on the benches while your children play on the beach. All restaurants and cafes in this area offer halal-certified products. Especially the frothy Moroccan mint tea you will drink while watching the colors the ocean takes at sunset will take away all your tiredness.
Morocco's modern face, Casablanca, is not just a trade center but also a fascinating city hosting modern masterpieces of Islamic architecture. This route, which is visa-free for Turkish citizens, has a special atmosphere where you can breathe the refreshing air of the Atlantic Ocean and where the sounds of adhan mix with the sounds of seagulls. For conservative families, Casablanca is a haven of peace where there is no worry about halal food, where people welcome you warmly saying 'As-salamu alaykum', and where you will feel at home. If you are ready to explore this city with its modern wide avenues, palm trees, and whitewashed buildings, here are the most special spots you need to see with your family.
This square, the administrative center of Casablanca, is surrounded by impressive buildings blending Andalusian and French architecture. The most cheerful residents of the square are hundreds of pigeons. The happiness your children experience while feeding the pigeons will be the most beautiful memory reflected in photo frames. The Arab League Park (Parc de la Ligue Arabe) right near the square is an oasis within the city for families who want to cool off under palm trees and have a picnic.
There is no need to ask 'is this meat halal?' in Morocco, because all meat in the country is slaughtered according to Islamic methods. Casablanca is the best place to try Moroccan cuisine, which is very suitable for our taste buds. 'Tajine' with meat and vegetables cooked in cone-shaped clay pots, 'Couscous', indispensable for Fridays, and 'Harira Soup', a great breakfast alternative, must be tasted. Although there are tourist places like Rick's Café, artisan restaurants visited by locals are both more economical and more delicious.
Casablanca is one of the rare cities offering both modern comfort and traditional Moroccan culture together. A prayer you perform at the Hassan II Mosque, the mint tea you drink by the ocean, and the delicious Tajine dishes will make this trip unforgettable. Casablanca awaits you for a safe, delicious, and spiritual holiday with your family. You can immediately review family-friendly hotels in Morocco on HalalWorld.com.
