Caves of Hercules

The first name on the list of the most beautiful caves in Morocco is the Caves of Hercules. The Caves of Hercules is an archaeological cave complex in Morocco's Cape Spartel. The popular tourist attraction is located 14 kilometers west of Tangier, next to the King of Morocco's summer palace.

The cave has two entrances, one to the sea and the other to the land. "The Map of Africa" is the name given to the sea opening. The Phoenicians are thought to have created the sea opening that resembles Africa when viewed from the sea. There are also some eye-shaped markings on the wall that are said to have been made by the Phoenicians and form a map of the local area. The Caves of Hercules is partially natural and partially man-made. Berber people used the man-made part to cut stone wheels from the cave walls to make millstones, greatly expanding the cave. Both free and paid entrances are available. The cave costs five Moroccan dirhams per person, plus an additional five dirhams for a guide, but other currencies are accepted.

Location: Caves of Hercules, Cape Spartel, Morocco