Habous Quarter (new medina) is an area of Casablanca built in 1930s by the French. So expect a wonderful mix of French and Moroccan inspired architecture. Characterised by its neat alleyways and elegant arches, strolling around the Habous unveils small souks selling local handicrafts and leather goods. You’ll also find a market specialising in many varieties of olives. Welcoming you to the Habous Quarter will be the minarets of Moulay Youssef and Mohamadi Mosques adjacent to each other.

Moulay Youssef mosque.

Yes, we are in the right place.

An early morning deserted street.

Framing the arches

We came early, so no crowd.

Olive souq.

Multi coloured, multi varieties of olives.

Souvenir shop just opening doors.

Silverware.

Brassware

Crockery to cook tagine.

Local handicraft.

Leather craft.

Moroccan fridge magnets.

Mohamadi mosque on the adjacent square.