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In Casablanca's El Hank district, the iconic building known as «La Municipalité» has stood as a silent witness to the passage of time. Constructed in the 1960s, this striking white structure, adorned with a prominent street art mural, faced the Atlantic Ocean, offering its residents sweeping views of the legendary lighthouse and the distant grandeur of the Hassan II Mosque.
For many families, «La Municipalité» was far more than just a residence; it was a repository of cherished memories. Despite their modest size and the absence of an elevator, the apartments rented for a mere 60 to 120 dirhams per month. These homes bore witness to generations, from children playing in the corridors to elders sharing stories on balconies with views of the sea.
However, time took its toll, rendering the building structurally vulnerable and unsafe for its residents. As a result, authorities made the difficult decision to evacuate and demolish it. A relocation plan was implemented, providing residents with new apartments in Bouskoura and Errahma, on Casablanca's outskirts. While tenants became homeowners, their hearts remained heavy with the sorrow of leaving behind a place so deeply ingrained in their lives.
As bulldozers commenced their work, the walls that had sheltered countless lives crumbled, taking with them the echoes of a vibrant past. Although former tenants embrace their new circumstances, a profound nostalgia lingers for this corner of Casablanca that witnessed their births and growth.
