Plage Sidi Kacem, Public beach in Tanger, Morocco
Description
Plage Sidi Kacem is a public beach along Morocco's northern coast featuring sandy shores and clear waters extending for several kilometers. The bay includes both shallow and deeper swimming zones shaped by natural coastal features.
History
The beach became important during Tangier's development as a maritime center in the 20th century. Its significance grew as the city modernized and the shoreline became more accessible to residents.
Culture
Families use this beach on weekends for picnics and water games, while fishermen cast nets in the mornings and locals value the shoreline as a social gathering spot.
Practical
The beach is open daily to visitors and easily reached by taxi or bus from central Tangier. The best time to visit is late morning or early afternoon when temperatures are comfortable and crowds are lighter.
Did you know?
The beach has different temperature zones throughout the day that create natural swimming pools at low tide. These conditions provide changing swimming opportunities depending on the time of day.
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