Essaouira

 In an exceptional setting on the Atlantic coastline a rocky  peninsula defying  the  waves  this    Old Portuguese town  surprises  you  with  its  unexpected  architecture: blue-shuttered house and  cannons  pointed  out  over  the  open  sea.  Know  as  Mogador  until  the  18^th   century, Essaouira was  occupied  by  the  Portuguese  in the 16^th century and still shows traces of this occupation.

THE BEACH : This  beach  is  well-known  by  the  organizers  of sailboard contests, and presents a real challenge for surf professionals.

THE PORT: The port of Essaouira was constructed in 18^th century. The port of Timbuktu, as it served to link black Africa to Europe and America. One of the most animated spots the city ,  where  fish  are  sold  auction  after  the  return  of  the  multicolored  fishing  boats.

THE SAKAL: Founded for  purely military ends, it kept watch on the ocean and preserved the  city  against  any  attack  thanks  to  a  collection  of bronze European cannons constantly aimed at the ocean.

THE FISH SOUK: It offers a variety of fresh fish straight from the port. Tourist can taste grilled fish right there, in a corner.

THE JEWELER SOUK: Unique in style, jewelry is deigned by highly skilled craftsmen right on-the-spot.