Kasbah Museum, Mediterranean culture museum in Kasbah district, Tangier, Morocco
The Kasbah Museum is housed in the former Dar El Makhzen palace and displays archaeological finds and historical objects across several exhibition rooms. An Andalusian garden complements the interior spaces and provides a quiet place to explore.
The museum was founded in 1922 and preserves objects from prehistoric times through the 19th century. It documents how trade and cultural exchanges shaped the region over time.
The collections show how this region connected to the wider Mediterranean world through objects spanning different periods. Visitors can observe how trade and exchange shaped local culture across the centuries.
The museum is accessible through Bab Kasbah gate along the western side of the medina and includes wheelchair facilities throughout. The rooms are easy to navigate and the collection is clearly arranged.
A world map created in 1154 shows how people understood the known world at that time. This representation offers insight into historical knowledge and local perspectives from that era.
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