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Top 10 Souvenirs to Bring Back from Casablanca, Morocco

Casablanca Morocco has been known for its rich in culture and natural wealth.  And addition to its wonderful memories. Most visitors from Casblanca  can go home with several  souvenirs.

It is very recommendable if you enjoy shopping bring home things that will remind you of the travel. Casablanca, Morocco has best souvenirs that are brightly colored, enticing good. They are very wide array of fun and unique items  and so vibrant to buy.

Here is a list of Top 10 Souvenirs to Bring Back from Casablanca, Morocco 

1.Argan Oil

Gold Traditional Argan Oil photo by Paco Rodriguez

Argan oil has been among the best souvenirs from Casablanca, Morocco. It is grown in the southern regions of the country. The oil has been extracted from roasted seeds. There are two types of argan, which include of cosmetic and culinary.

Argan oil has been very unique thing to buy in Morocco. It has become very famous and popular in recent years.  The oil has been produced primarily by cooperatives of women.  They normally press the oil and sell it at markets. When buying Argan oil in Morocco is much cheaper than buying it online in the US.

2. Djellabas/ Kaftans and other traditional outfits

Djellabasa which is a Moroccan dress for both men and women. For women they normally come in a variety of colors, materials and patterns. Locals have their piece custom-made, choosing their own piece of cloth.

Djellabas for men are however have a limited choice. since most of time they buy ready made djellaba from shop in very neutral colors like black, olive or grey.

Kaftan has been one of the other popular clothing souvenirs from Casablanca Morocco. They are loose-fitting, long sleeved garments. That hit mid-shin / at the ankle. Adults kaftans range from 150 and 170 dirhams

Lightweight pants is among the clothing souvenirs. They are loose, with relaxed fits and with a drawstring waist.

3. Brass lamp/ Lantern

Lanterns photo by Steven Wilcox

Metal working has been a major industry in Morocco. Lanterns are incredible things to in Casablanca, Morocco. One can easily get them by spending days wandering the souks of Marrakech, Fes and ,Meknes.

The owners of the tiny shops that normally specialize  in them . They plug the light in the lamps/ lanterns so that you can easily the effect of the light gleaming through the holes. These lanterns come in all shapes and size. Some of them can be hang while the other are freestanding.

4. Ceramics

These are one of the main things to get from Casablanca. You can find bowl, plates and platters of varying shapes and sizes in the city in Morocco.And sometimes lttle makeshifts stands on the side of the road.

5 .Tea

Mint tea has been a way of life in Casablanca Morocco. In every meal, in between snack and beverages there is tea. It is normally served in beautiful teapots, That is usually made of metal. The teapots  exquisite shape resembles that of a genie lamp.

Tea is normally shared between family and friends for all occasion. They just sit with friend and family it is beverage of choice. Teashop that do sell loose leaf can be found in various shops in Morocco’s major cities.

Green tea and mint tea are the popular types of tea and served with most meals and snacks. Tea is usually served very sweet with sweetness level depending on the region. It is affordable and has been widely considered as a staple of Moroccan culture.

6. Moroccan leather goods

Leather items photo by LUM3N

Leather goods has been considered as one of the gifts to buy whenever visitor visit morocco. The main source of most leather goods in Moroccan souqs has been the leather tanneries of chouara in the beautiful fez.

There are incredible artistic place to visit where transforming smelly hides of camel, cows, sheep to beautiful and colored material ready for use for traditional items. You can have a large choice of leather items to buy like poufs, clothes, accessories and shoes.

7. Moroccan leather poufs

Leather pouf are very comfy and stylish. They are recommendable to buy at least when visiting Casablanca, Morocco. This because they add a splash of Berber culture to your house/ apartment.

They are variety of poufs in Moroccan souqs. Some of them are round and other are rectangular. They come in different colors, patterned styles and others with extra Moroccan accessories. 

Poufs have been considered as the perfect choice for Morocco gift for many tourists. Since are they are light weight  if you buy them stuffed. Poufs can be found in all famous cities in Morocco like Marrakech, Fez, Casablanca and Rabat. A leather pouf cost has been estimated between 150Dhs and 300Dhs( ~$15-$30 USD) depending on the size and quality.

8. Tagines

Moroccan Tagines photo by Marco Laconi

A tagine has been the name of the earthenware dish. It was used to cook meals in Morocco. The Tagine has a shallow base and a cone-shaped top that creates a very hot, moist cooking environment. 

The term “tagine” has been used to refer to the meal cooked inside of the tagine dish. A tagine meal normally include of meat( chicken, beef/ lamb), vegetables( carrots, onions /zucchini)and variety of spices. In restaurants a tagine dish is often used to cook and serve couscous.

You can find tagines glazed/ unglazed. They are in variety of sizes  and with slightly varying shapes. Tagines are very inexpensive, expect to pay 30Dhs for a medium-large, unglazed tagine.

9.  Baskets / Straw bags

Boho style has been the trend in Morocco. It is the perfect place to pick up these super cute baskets or straw bags. There are so many designs that will actually have trouble choosing the right one.

You will find bags of all shape and sizes. They have colorful and neutral designs. Some of them might even ne personalized  with embroidery, pompoms or tassels. The selection of the baskets bags might seem limitless.

These baskets/ straw bags  can be used as decoration, laundry baskets and other accessories. The price of large bags might range 100Dhs(~$10 USD).

10. Spices

Spices photo by Marion Botella

Moroccan spices have been very aromatic and inexpensive. They are one of the best inexpensive and useful souvenirs from Morocco. Most of the spices range 10 Dhs per 50 grams. Such include ginger, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, anise and cayenne.

Ras El Hanout  which is one one spice that is unique in Morocco.  The name means “top of the shop and has a mixture of 10-12 different spice and herbs including dried roses.

The spice shop owner can mix up a batch fresh for you – collecting the spices fresh and whole in a basket, and then putting it through a grinding machine to create it fresh off the press