Cherished memories from Spanish era in Al-Mdiq
The article discusses the history of the Chiko and Cocado Rillo neighborhoods in the city of Tetouan in northern Morocco, as two places linked to the city's collective memory since the time of Spanish occupation. It mentions that in the late 19th century, the area housed around 200 bars frequented by Spanish sailors, playing an important economic and social role. Although they are adjacent, their clientele differ; government officials patronize Chiko, while Cocado Rillo is frequented by the middle class. These two places remain symbols of the collective memory of Tetouan, as visitors—both Moroccans and Spaniards—revisit their memories and the historical events associated with them. They stand as witnesses to the city’s historical transformations, reflecting the ongoing connection between the present and the past, as well as between individual and collective memory.
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