El Jadida Province

El Jadida Province extends along the Atlantic Ocean in western Morocco, encompassing agricultural plains, coastal towns, and traditional villages with 16 municipalities.

The province centers around El Jadida city, established as Mazagan by Portuguese settlers in 1502, which remained their final stronghold until 1769.

The province preserves multiple Portuguese constructions, including fortifications and religious buildings that earned UNESCO World Heritage recognition in 2004.

The territory connects to Casablanca through major highways and maintains agricultural production focused on citrus fruits and olives throughout its municipalities.

The province contains Azemmour, a medieval town with intact ramparts where local artisans continue producing traditional ceramics and textiles.

Location: Casablanca-Settat

Location: Doukkala-Abda

Capital city: El Jadida

Shares border with: Berrechid Province, Settat Province, Sidi Bennour Province

Website: http://eljadida.gov.ma

GPS coordinates: 33.04780,-8.67370

Latest update: March 8, 2025 22:24