Berkane
Berkane
بركان ⴱⵔⴽⴰⵏ | |
|---|---|
 Berkane city center | |
| Nickname: Citrus capital of eastern Morocco | |
  Berkane Location of Berkane in Morocco | |
| Coordinates: 34°55′N 2°19′W / 34.917°N 2.317°W | |
| Population | |
| • Total | 109,237 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 |
| Postal code | 60300 |
| Calling code | +212 |
Berkane is a city in northeastern Morocco. It is the capital of Berkane Province in the Oriental Region. The city is close to the border with Algeria and not far from the Mediterranean Sea.
Geography
[change | change source]Berkane is located in the Triffa Plain, a fertile farming area. The land around the city is mostly flat. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and mild winters.
Population
[change | change source]Berkane has a population of about 100,000 people. Most people in the city speak Arabic, and many also speak Berber languages. French is often used in schools and government offices.
Economy
[change | change source]The economy of Berkane is mainly based on agriculture. The city is well known for growing citrus fruits, especially oranges. Farming, food processing, trade, and local services are important for the city.
Sports
[change | change source]Berkane is known for its football club, Renaissance Sportive de Berkane. The club plays in the top football league in Morocco and has won African football competitions.
Transport
[change | change source]Berkane is connected by roads to other cities such as Oujda and Nador. The nearest airport is Oujda Angads Airport, which has domestic and international flights.
Culture
[change | change source]The city has a mix of traditional and modern life. Local markets, cafés, and festivals are important parts of daily life. Football is very popular in Berkane.