Essaouira

The succession of different communities that have come from elsewhere to make Essaouira their home has made it a multicultural city. Romans, Portuguese, Jews, Europeans… they have all left their traces on this place. Essaouira’s heritage is, like its history, rich and multifaceted.

When you visit Essaouira and its medina (photo), which is a UNESCO world heritage site, head out to explore the quaint narrow streets to immerse yourself in the city’s ambiance. You can wander the colorful streets and discover the Grand Mosque, with its Arabo-Portuguese style, or the Bayt Al Dakira House of Memory, which was beautifully restored on the site of the Simon Attia Synagogue.

Relax on the shady terraces of Moulay Hassan Piazza, enjoying a mint tea. Stroll through the souks, where you can take in the craftsmanship and watch argan oil being prepared. Discover souiri’s artists in the city’s galleries.

Take the Sqala de la Kasbah, then visit the ramparts and admire the sun setting over the sea from the Portuguese stronghold. Wander through the port of Essaouira, which is always bustling with the activities of fishermen