Ceuta is a Spanish autonomous city on the northern tip of Africa, sharing a border with Morocco and sitting at the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar. This compact enclave blends Spanish, Moorish, Portuguese, Jewish, and African cultures into a unique crossroads of continents and civilisations.
Do's and don'ts
Quick guide to local norms.
Do
- Greet people warmly and learn a few local phrases.
- Respect religious and historic sites.
- Dress modestly when visiting places of worship.
- Ask permission before photographing individuals.
Don't
- Raise your voice in public — it's considered rude.
- Touch people on the head or point with your feet in religious settings.
- Refuse hospitality without a polite explanation.
- Wear revealing clothing in conservative areas.