Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Les Abattoirs de
Casablanca
( 0537 73 26 50;
www.abattoirs-casablanca.net
; Quartier Hay Mohammadi)
The old city abattoirs
built in 1922 have been transformed into an impressive cultural centre dubbed the Culture
Factory. Near Casa Voyageurs railway station, the centre hosts exhibitions and perform-
ances, plays, concerts and workshops in anything from mask-making to rollerblading, in-
cluding some for children.
PERFORMING ARTS
Cinemas
Most English-language films are dubbed in French, unless it specifically mentions '
ver-
sion originale'
.
Megarama
( 0522 79 88 88;
www.megarama.info
; Blvd de la Corniche; afternoon/evening shows Dh40/50)
The
plushest cinema in town, this huge complex in Aïn Diab has four comfortable theatres that
are usually packed.
CINEMA
Cinéma Lynx
( 0522 22 02 29; 150 Ave Mers Sultan; screen/balcony/club Dh30/40/50)
A good option if you
don't want to trek out to Aïn Diab, this spacious and comfortable cinema has an excellent
sound system.
CINEMA
Cinéma Rialto
( 0522 26 26 32; Rue Mohammed el-Qory; screen/balcony/club Dh30/40/50)
Classic, cavernous,
single-screen, art-deco cinema.
CINEMA
IMAX Theatre
(Morocco Mall, Rte Azemmour, Anfa)
This cinema at Morocco Mall offers the country's glitzi-
est movie-going experience.
CINEMA
Shopping
Although not an artisan centre, Casablanca has a good choice of traditional crafts from
around Morocco. The most pleasant place to shop is Quartier Habous, south of the centre.
