Ramadan in Tangier, a deep attachment to traditions

The holy month of Ramadan takes on particular importance in Tangier, known for its deep attachment to traditions, its fervent spirituality, and an atmosphere imbued with meditation, solidarity, and conviviality. Several days before the start of the holy month, households got into the mood and prepared to welcome the first day of fasting in pure tradition. Instead of leaving it to the last minute, housewives started preparations for this month early, starting with the purchase of ingredients to prepare Ramadan cakes, including the famous chebakia, "sellou", sweets, or even "harira" soup. In the alleys of the medina, the scents of dishes and sweets emanate from the houses where women are busy preparing traditional recipes, some of which are particularly laborious and require preparation in several stages. The mythical "Souk Barra" square, where the people of Tangier used to do their shopp…