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The American Legation
building in the medina of
Tangier occupies an 18th
century mansion that was
the first American public
property outside the United
States and served as a U.S.
diplomatic residence for 140
years. It is the only National
Historic Landmark located
abroad and is still owned by
the United States. On
display is a letter from
George Washington
thanking the sultan for
Morocco’s friendship, one of
the first countries to
recognize the United States
as an independent nation.
During World War II it was a
headquarters for American
spies.

Tetuan

By air-conditioned motor coach
Minimum 20 participants, no maximum
Duration 5 hrs
€ 44
Tetuan has the charm of all small northern Moroccan towns. Set
among the giant mountains of the Rif, the town has a unique
history. It was a safe haven for many muslim and jewish
refugees fleeing from Christian Andalusia and was later
occupied by the Spanish for almost two centuries. The
multicultural melting pot is reflected in its architecture which is
a wonderful mixture of Spanish and Moorish styles.

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