1-Day in Tetouan Itinerary | 15 Best Things To See and Do in Tetouan on a Day Trip from Tangier, Morocco

Nestled between the Rif Mountains and the Mediterranean coast, the UNESCO World Heritage town of Tetouan carries an identity shaped by its location, history, and cultural soul. Known as La Blanca or The White Dove, the city gleams with whitewashed buildings that reflect purity, elegance, and a deep connection to its Andalusian past. Tetouan flourished in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries when Muslim and Jewish refugees crossed from Spain, bringing with them a legacy of art, architecture, language, and craftsmanship that continues to define the city’s atmosphere. Their influence is visible in the medina’s delicate wooden balconies, tiled courtyards, and intricate carvings that mirror the traditions of Andalusia.