Anfa

Anfa is the name of both a historic port city in the Casablanca region of Morocco and the modern district that now forms part of Casablanca. The ancient settlement stood on the Atlantic coast to the west of Casablanca’s old city center, and the name continues in the contemporary administrative area known as Anfa.

In antiquity and the early modern period, Anfa was a significant coastal trading port and fortified settlement. It functioned as a maritime hub for merchants from the Atlantic and Mediterranean realms. In the late 18th century a major earthquake and tsunami largely destroyed the site, and Casablanca subsequently emerged nearby as the principal urban center for the area.

Today, the Anfa district is a coastal part of Casablanca with a mix of residential and commercial use and direct access to the Atlantic beaches. It is commonly regarded as an upscale segment of the city, featuring housing, shops, and services that benefit from proximity to the coast and sea views.

Administratively, Anfa is one of Casablanca’s districts within the Casablanca-Settat region. It is connected to the rest of the metropolis by major roadways and public transit services, reflecting Casablanca’s status as Morocco’s largest urban economy.

The name Anfa endures as a historical toponym tied to Casablanca’s coastal heritage, underscoring the area’s long-standing role in the city’s development and its historical roots along the Atlantic shoreline.