Tangier

"Tanger" redirects here. For other uses of Tanger, see Tanger (disambiguation). For other uses of Tangier, see Tangier (disambiguation).

Tangier طنجة (Arabic) ⵟⴰⵏⵊⴰ (Standard Moroccan Tamazight)
City
The Corniche The old city walls Kasbah Mosque Petit Socco Cape Spartel
Coat of arms
Nicknames:  The blue and white city, City of the Boughaz, Bride of the North
Interactive map of Tangier
Coordinates: 35°46′36″N 05°48′14″W
Country	Morocco
Region	Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
Prefecture	Tangier-Assilah Prefecture
Established	c. 1000 BC
Government
• Mayor	Mounir Laymouri (PAM)
Area
• Total	124 km2 (48 sq mi)
Highest elevation	230 m (750 ft)
Lowest elevation	0 m (0 ft)
Population  (2024)
• Total	1,275,428
• Rank	2nd in Morocco
• Density	7,026/km2 (18,200/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Tanjawi, Tangierian
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
Postal codes	90000 to 90100, with 90000 serving as the primary code
Area code	0539
Website	tanger.ma

Tangier, also called Tangiers, is a city in northwestern Morocco, on the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The city is the capital of the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, as well as the Tangier-Assilah Prefecture of Morocco.

Many civilisations and cultures have influenced the history of Tangier, starting from before the 10th century BCE. Originating as a strategic Phoenician town and trading centre, Tangier has been a nexus for many cultures. In 1923, it became an international zone managed by colonial powers and became a destination for many European and American diplomats, spies, bohemians, writers and businessmen. That status came to an end with Moroccan independence, in phases between 1956 and 1960.

By the early 21st century, Tangier is undergoing rapid development and modernisation. Projects include tourism projects along the bay, a modern business district called Tangier City Centre, an airport terminal, and a football stadium. Tangier's economy is benefiting greatly from the Tanger-Med port.