Where is Morocco?

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The given Morocco location map shows that Morocco is located in the north-west part of Africa continent on the edge of continental Europe. Capital of Morocco is Rabat. Casablanca is considered the economic and business center of Morocco.

Location Map of Morocco

Where is Morocco About Map: Map showing location of Morocco in the world Map.
Where is CasablancaWhere is Marrakech

Where is Morocco Located?

Morocco map also shows that Morocco is a Northern African country, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean in the west, the Mediterranean Sea in the north and shares its international boundary with Algeria from the west; however, in the southern region it has boundary with disputed region Western Sahara. It shares maritime borders with Portugal and Spain. Besides, from the north-west side, it has coastline with Mediterranean Sea and in the western side Atlantic Ocean lies. In the northern side, Strait of Gibraltar, a thin strip of water body connecting Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean separates Morocco from Spain

Morocco is part of the Maghreb region and shares its historical, cultural, and linguistic features with Tunisia, Algeria, Mauritania and Libya. The government type of Morocco is constitutional monarchy featured with an elected parliament. The King of Morocco has extensive executive powers that also include dissolving parliament at will. Likewise, the executive power is exercised by the government but more significantly by the king himself. Legislative power is vested in the government and the two chambers of parliament, i.e. the Assembly of Representatives and the Assembly of Councillors.

The climate of Morocco is predominantly Mediterranean type (especially in the north).

Moreover, for tourism purpose, Morocco is one the attractive places in Africa. The cities like Casablanca, Marrakesh, and the Capital city Rabat are the important tourists’ attraction. Besides, the tantalizing beaches at Atlantic coast, local culture, and delicious food everything collectively attracts tourist from all over the world.

Regions of Morocco

RegionCapitalPopulationAreaLatitude and Longitude
Casablanca-SettatCasablanca7 million+20,166 sq km (7,786 sq mi)33.5731° N, 7.5898° W
Rabat-Salé-KénitraRabat5 million+18,194 sq km (7,025 sq mi)34.0209° N, 6.8416° W
Marrakesh-SafiMarrakesh4.5 million+39,167 sq km (15,122 sq mi)31.6295° N, 7.9811° W
Fès-MeknèsFès4.3 million+40,075 sq km (15,473 sq mi)34.0331° N, 5.0003° W
Tanger-Tétouan-Al HoceïmaTangier4 million+17,262 sq km (6,665 sq mi)35.7595° N, 5.8340° W
Souss-MassaAgadir3 million+53,789 sq km (20,768 sq mi)30.4278° N, 9.5981° W
OrientalOujda2.3 million+82,820 sq km (31,977 sq mi)34.6814° N, 1.9086° W
Béni Mellal-KhénifraBéni Mellal2.5 million+28,374 sq km (10,955 sq mi)32.3373° N, 6.3498° W
Draa-TafilaletErrachidia1.6 million+88,836 sq km (34,300 sq mi)31.9314° N, 4.4247° W
Laâyoune-Sakia El HamraLaâyoune400,000+140,018 sq km (54,061 sq mi)27.1536° N, 13.2033° W

10 Largest Cities in Morocco

CityRegionPopulationLatitude and Longitude
CasablancaCasablanca-Settat3.7 million+33.5731° N, 7.5898° W
FezFès-Meknès1.3 million+34.0331° N, 5.0003° W
TangierTanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma1.2 million+35.7595° N, 5.8340° W
MarrakeshMarrakesh-Safi1 million+31.6295° N, 7.9811° W
RabatRabat-Salé-Kénitra600,000+34.0209° N, 6.8416° W
SaléRabat-Salé-Kénitra900,000+34.0372° N, 6.7985° W
MeknèsFès-Meknès600,000+33.8935° N, 5.5473° W
AgadirSouss-Massa500,000+30.4278° N, 9.5981° W
OujdaOriental500,000+34.6814° N, 1.9086° W
KenitraRabat-Salé-Kénitra450,000+34.2610° N, 6.5802° W

Top Tourist Attractions and Famous Places to Visit in Morocco

  • Jemaa el-Fnaa - Marrakesh
  • Hassan II Mosque - Casablanca
  • Chefchaouen Blue City - Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma
  • Fes el Bali Medina - Fez
  • Aït Benhaddou - Draa-Tafilalet
  • Majorelle Garden - Marrakesh
  • Volubilis Roman Ruins - Meknès Region
  • Erg Chebbi Dunes - Merzouga
  • Kasbah of the Udayas - Rabat
  • Atlas Mountains - Central Morocco
  • Essaouira Medina - Marrakesh-Safi
  • Ouzoud Waterfalls - Béni Mellal-Khénifra
  • Bahia Palace - Marrakesh
  • Todra Gorge - Draa-Tafilalet
  • Akchour Waterfalls - Northern Morocco
  • Legzira Beach - Souss-Massa

Morocco Facts

ContinentAfrica
CountryMorocco
Official NameKingdom of Morocco
CapitalRabat
Largest CityCasablanca
Coordinates31.7917° N, 7.0926° W
Administrative Divisions12 Regions
Official LanguagesArabic and Amazigh
DemonymMoroccan
GovernmentUnitary Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
Independence1956
Total Area446,550 sq km (172,414 sq mi)
Population38 million+ (2025 est.)
Population Density85 people per sq km
CurrencyMoroccan Dirham (MAD)
GDP NominalApprox. USD 150 billion
EconomyUpper-Middle Income Mixed Economy
Postal Code Format#####
Country Calling Code+212
Time ZoneWET (UTC+1 during daylight saving)
Internet TLD.ma
ISO Country CodeMA
Driving SideRight
Major CitiesCasablanca, Fez, Tangier, Marrakesh, Rabat
Major AirportsMohammed V International Airport, Marrakesh Menara Airport, Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport
Highest PointMount Toubkal (4,167 m)
Longest RiverOum Er-Rbia River
ClimateMediterranean and Desert Climate
Average Summer Temperature25°C to 38°C
Average Winter Temperature5°C to 20°C
Famous ForHistoric Medinas, Desert Landscapes, Cuisine, Markets, Atlas Mountains
National AnimalBarbary Lion
National SportFootball
National DishCouscous
Official Websitemaroc.ma

Major Rivers in Morocco

  • Oum Er-Rbia River
  • Sebou River
  • Moulouya River
  • Tensift River
  • Draa River
  • Bou Regreg River

Morocco Climate Facts

Climate TypeMediterranean, Semi-Arid, and Desert
Summer Temperature25°C to 38°C
Winter Temperature5°C to 20°C
Average Rainfall100 mm to 1,200 mm annually depending on region

Neighboring Countries of Morocco

  • Algeria - East
  • Western Sahara - South
  • Spain - North (via enclaves Ceuta and Melilla)

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