American Legation, Tangier, Government building and cultural center in Medina, Morocco.
The American Legation occupies a 16,500-square-foot complex with Moorish architecture, featuring stuccoed masonry walls and traditional courtyards in Tangier's old town.
Sultan Mohammed ben Abdallah granted this property to the United States government in 1821, establishing the first American diplomatic mission on foreign territory.
The center maintains a research library, museum exhibits about Moroccan-American relations, and educational programs focusing on Arabic literacy for local women.
Located at 8 Zankat America near Bab Merican gate, visitors can explore the museum's permanent collection, attend cultural events, and access research materials.
This structure stands as the only United States National Historic Landmark situated outside American territory, representing centuries of diplomatic relations with Morocco.
Location: Tangier
Architectural style: Moorish architecture
GPS coordinates: 35.78386,-5.81088
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:58
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