Morocco · City guides
Tangier
Tangier is an important port city in Morocco. The third most populous city in the country, it's a popular entry point to Morocco and Africa as a whole due to its proximity to Spain, and an interesting destination in its own right.
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Quick facts
- Currency
Currency
Moroccan Dirham (MAD)- Language
- Arabic
Language
Arabic, Standard Moroccan Tamazight - Time zones
UTC+1
UTC+1- Power plugs
- Type C/E
Power plugs
Type C, E · 127 V - Getting around
Drive on the right
Drive on the right
- Visa (US citizens)
Check entry requirements for U.S. citizens before you go
Entry requirements on travel.state.gov
Northern Morocco, Morocco · Population: 1.3M · Calling code: +212
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