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as Chefchaouen and Tetouan further a field. Great Atlantic beaches are located just to the south and to the north of the town. Compared to the bustle of Tangier, it presents a tranquil alternative way to experience Morocco, without the hassle. The ancient (15th century) Portuguese walls, with ramparts and canons, still surround the core of the old town (the Medina), and the houses, whitewashed and painted in the Mediterranean blue and turquoise, are traditional in style. Road traffic is limited outside the town walls, and everything... more »