Central Market, Public marketplace in downtown Casablanca, Morocco.
The Central Market is located along Muhammad V Boulevard and divided into sections offering fresh seafood, produce, spices, and local goods. An octagonal cupola marks the center of the building, where vendors display fish and other marine products.
Built in 1917 by architect Pierre Bousquet, the market became the main trading center in Casablanca's European district. The structure reflects the city's development during that period of urban expansion.
The market brings together people from across the city who gather to buy and sell goods using traditional bargaining methods. It remains a place where daily routines of shopping and social exchange continue much as they have for decades.
The market opens early in the morning when the freshest products are available, and is accessible via Central Market Station on Tramway Line 1. Arriving early gives you the best selection of goods.
A circular seafood section showcases fresh oysters and shark meat sourced directly from Morocco's Atlantic coast. This specialty draws buyers seeking authentic local marine products.
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