Located in the north-west of the kingdom, 10 km from the Mediterranean coast and at the crossroads of Euroupe-Africa exchanges, Tetouan with 380,800 inhabitants is the second economic and demographic pole of the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region.

Steeped in history and cultures, Tetouan carefully preserves a rich tangible and intangible heritage: its medina, which has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, thanks to its exceptional heritage which is still intact, alongside with its traditions and craft arts which are still alive. It is also a city of cultural flourishing, it has many renowned establishments including the National School of Crafts and Arts founded in 1919 and the National Institute of Fine Arts, cradle of the “Tetouan pictorial school”, in addition to ‘an annual cultural agenda filled with events and festivals.

Artistic craftsmanship constitutes a major element of the city’s heritage identity, ultimately, with various activities which are beginning to take off again: Tetouanian Zellige, “Taajira” embroidery, weaving, inlaid and painted wood, goldsmith and ironwork of art are activities where the master craftsmen of Tetouan excel.

By its unique Andalusian music, jealously preserved by “El Haik Tetouani” and also developed in popular songs, thanks to the great master musician, Abessadak Chekara. Through the persistence of its costumes and the reputation of its artists, Tetouan has also been able to shape another component of its unique and authentic image.

The city is represented by a body elected by universal suffrage, the municipal council made up of 57 councilors and endowed with an executive board of 11 members, including the president of the municipal council.