Between Two Seas: A Journey Through Morocco’s Waterscapes — Amideast Education Abroad Connect

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Jan 29 "Between Two Seas: A Journey Through Morocco’s Waterscapes" by Anthony Darin

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From inside a cave, the opening appears as a bright spot, letting in the light from out at sea. The opening resembles the shape of Africa — Cave of Heracles

This cave, located in Cape Spartel near Tangier, is rumored to be the place where the Greek god Heracles slept before completing the 11th of his 12 labors. The legend also claims that Heracles created the Strait of Gibraltar by smashing through an isthmus connecting modern day Gibraltar and Morocco. Photo credit: Darin, 2025.

A rudimentary terrace provides a vantage point to see the Mediterranean Sea stretch beyond the white buildings of Morocco — Tangier

Tangier’s strategic location on the Strait of Gibraltar has led to the city being juggled between foreign rulers for centuries. Before Moroccan independence, the city was an international zone managed by various colonial powers. The Mediterranean Sea pictured here was all that separated these colonial powers from their conquests. Photo credit: Darin, 2025.

Blue boats float in the water in a sheltered area with a fortress wall and arches and tower protecting them from the outside world. — Fish Market of Essaouira

Essaouira is the perfect example of a city reliant on the sea. The fishing boats pictured here reflect how fishing is economically and culturally vital to the cities local markets and identity. The daily fish market surrounding the sqala (fortified bastion) serves as both a hub of commerce and a lively social space. Photo credit: Darin, 2025.

A seagull sits on a wall that overlooks the sea. The sea has a lot of rock formations before it gets more expansive — Seagulls

Essaouira’s coastal location also makes it a popular destination for seagulls who swarm the shores of the city. Make sure to watch your food and belongings as these seagulls are known for snatching snacks from unsuspecting visitors. Photo credit: Darin, 2025.

The Rabat beach is wide and protected by a rock wall that stretches into the ocean. People have umbrellas on the beach — Rabat Beach

Plage de Rabat is one of Morocco’s many great beaches. It’s the perfect place to lay on the sand, read a book, swim, or even take surfing lessons on the waves of the Atlantic. Photo credit: Darin, 2025.

A canon poised on an old fortress wall that formerly defended the city. The sea is in the background — Cannon

Back in the day, the water was also another frontier to defend. These cannons in Salé lined the walls of the Medina and ensured its security from foreign invaders. Photo credit: Darin, 2025.

A man stands in the mist on the beach and looks out at the sea. The difference between the sea and the sky — Mist

Occasionally, and often in the mornings and late evenings, a gentle mist drifts through Rabat creating an eerie but enchanting atmosphere. Photo credit: Darin, 2025.

A landscape with prominent mountains in the background with rolling hills dotted with trees and a stream running through the foreground with trees and shrubs around. A cloudy sky creates a pensive mood. — Zaouiat Ahensal

Even in the most remote villages, water is essential for the survival of both people and livestock. This is why preservation of this river flowing through Zaouiat Ahensal in the High Atlas Mountains is of the utmost importance for the community’s local leaders. Photo credit: Darin, 2025.

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