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Essaouira, The Coasts of Morocco

Nestled on a peninsula facing the Atlantic Ocean, Essaouira likes to surprise the traveller. First and foremost because of its architecture. Actually, the rosé ochre of its walls along with the whiteness of its houses whose doors and blue shutters remind you of the Greek islands. Its streets are perfectly straight, designed in the seventeenth century by the Frenchman Theodore Cornut, make it a unique example of urban planning in Morocco.
Then second of all for its ambiance. For a long time it has remained the world's principal sardine port, the former Mogador still lives at the rhythm of the tides. You should soak up the atmosphere of its port and take a walk in its souks to get a feel of its Moroccan soul. Then explore its many art galleries and focus on the work of local marquetry artisans to better define its artistic soul. Frequented by hippy communities from the 1960s and later by the jet-set baba cool, Essaouira indeed exerts a particular fascination. Today, the city still attracts many painters in search of inspiration or musicians looking for new rhythms. Without even mentioning the wealthy Marrakchis, many of whom have second homes here.
With its sandy beaches as far as the eye can reach, Essaouira will also seduce lovers of relaxation and water sports. Admittedly, the water here is often cold, the wind sometimes violent and swimming subject to precautions but you are far from the crowds in Agadir even at the heart of the summer. 6 miles away from the town, the beach at Sidi Kaoui has therefore become a renowned spot with surfers and windsurfers.
Unlike the major seaside resorts in Morocco, Essaouira is characterised by its charming hotels built into old traditional houses, Riads, and a few family hotels. Know, however, that it may be cool in the evening and in winter. In summer, temperatures stay around 25 ° C and the sea temperature rarely exceeds 20 ° C.

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pros

•   The beauty and authenticity of the medina
•   The vast beach
•   The charming hotels
•   The best surfing spot in Morocco

cons

•  It can be very cool in winter
•   No hotel is right on the water front
•   This is not an ideal destination for young children

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• To see

  Nestled on a peninsula opposite the Atlantic Ocean, Essaouira likes to surprise the traveller. First and foremost because of its architecture. Actually, the rosé ochre of its walls along with the whiteness of its houses whose doors and blue shutters remind you of the Greek islands. Its streets are perfectly straight, designed in the seventeenth century by the Frenchman Theodore Cornut, make it a unique example of urban planning in Morocco.

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  To do

  You must take your time and hang around in the souk to come across different markets grouping various specialities : souks with grains, fish, jewellers. At the foot of the ramparts, in the street of the kasbah, go and visit the marquetry artisans who work with cedar wood encrusted with citrus, pearl and ebony. The Port of Essaouira is worth an excursion in itself. You will discover the shipyards, the coming and going of the trawlers, docks that are turned into fish markets when the fish are brought in.

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  To think about

  Take sunscreen lotion because the wind is misleading ...

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• To avoid

  Avoid strolling around too underdressed (especially for women). No going topless on the beaches.

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  To try

  Moroccan cuisine is excellent and offers a variety of dishes with subtle and varied tastes. The couscous is, of course, the typically Moroccan dish, but also taste the tajines of beef, chicken or lamb. The pastilla can be eatean sweet or salty or a mixture of the two. Fritters or chorba are appetizing starters. The pastries will delight all gourmands. And to finish a meal, drink mint tea .

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  To bring back

  You can bring back many souvenirs. Jewellry, wrought iron objects, babouches (oriental slippers), tunics, spices, leather objects ... Crafts in Morocco are varied.

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Agadir: Morocco on the beach

Agadir is the Moroccan beach resort 'par excellence.' With its 5 mile fine sand beach and its family-orientated animation it will seduce those who wish to laze around or discover the area at their own pace. There is something here for all pockets and tastes thanks to a well developed infrastructure offering ...

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Le Medina and spa - MGallery Collection

 

Score 7/10

Chris Elliott 30/04/2012 : "We liked the focus on well being but the rest is a bit disappointing as it looks more like a resort than a typical riad. The decor was old."

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