Casablanca Prefecture, Administrative prefecture in Casablanca-Settat region, Morocco
Casablanca Prefecture is the administrative territory of Morocco's largest city, divided into eight main districts including Aïn Chock, Ben M'Sick, and Sidi Bernoussi. The area spans 189 square kilometers and consists entirely of urban zones with densely packed neighborhoods and varied built-up areas.
The prefecture was established in December 1955, shortly after Morocco gained independence, making it one of the country's first two administrative prefectures. It emerged as a central piece of Morocco's modern urban administrative structure during a period of institutional reorganization.
The prefecture encompasses neighborhoods where traditional markets and family-run shops sit alongside modern commerce, reflecting the blend of Arabic and French cultural layers visible in daily life. The mix shapes everything from street names to how public spaces are used and organized.
The prefecture is entirely urban and offers multiple ways to move through its eight districts, which form interconnected neighborhoods. Visitors should allow time to explore the different areas, as each district has its own character and local features worth discovering.
The territory contains two separate municipal entities: the City of Casablanca and the Municipality of Mechouar, which houses the royal palace. This division merges administrative functions with symbolic significance within a geographically compact zone.
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