Ain Diab, Coastal neighborhood in Casablanca, Morocco.
Ain Diab is a coastal neighborhood in Casablanca that stretches along the Atlantic shore with beaches, dining establishments, and leisure facilities throughout. The area features wide waterfront promenades and various water-based activities along the entire seafront.
The neighborhood developed as a modern recreation zone during the 20th century and became a popular destination for wealthy Casablanca residents. It retained its appeal as a coastal gathering place through the passing decades.
The Sidi Abderrahman mosque sits on a rocky outcrop and draws locals and visitors who come to observe prayer times and feel the spiritual character of the waterfront. The mosque's position between sea and shore shows how religious life is woven into the neighborhood's everyday rhythm.
The neighborhood is well-served by public transportation, especially the tram system with multiple stops near beaches and shopping areas. The flat terrain makes walking along the coast straightforward and pleasant.
The first McDonald's restaurant on the entire African continent and Arab world opened here in 1992. This restaurant marked a turning point for international fast food chains entering the region.
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