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On the Atlantic coast, in the south, there's a magical bay. Between dunes and waves, get back to nature and come face to face with monk seals and pink flamingos.
The leading seaside resort in Morocco deserves its title with a 10km-long beach of fine sand and more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
Essaouira is a World Heritage listed city of friendliness, music and art which, together with Marrakesh and Agadir, forms the golden triangle of Moroccan tourism.
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You go back in time once you arrive in Marrakech. You can easily imagine the caravaneers loading their camels as you wander through the city's picturesque alleys.
Just 90km from Casablanca, Mazagan is a new luxury seaside destination in an exceptional setting, offering something for everyone year-round.
Historic, grand and with a name immortalised by that famous film, the White City is at the crossroads between East and West.
The capital of Morocco and seat of its king, Rabat is a serene place of gardens, ocean-side promenades and airy boulevards, offering an elegant blend of old and new.
Ancient Fès dates from the 11th century while New Fès dates from the 13th century. Each houses treasures which will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Less than 15km from the Spanish coast, along the Strait of Gibraltar where the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea meet, Tangier breathes mystery and atmosphere.
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Protected behind its ramparts, Essaouira benefits from a microclimate which, thanks to the trade winds, guarantee a pleasant temperature throughout the year. Outside the walls, the wind is a great asset for board-sport fans: rounding the swell for the surfers, tending the sails of windsurfers, making kite surfers jump high on the spray. People come from far afield to celebrate their passion in Wind City.
Essaouira is one of the most alluring cities of the Moroccan Atlantic coast. It owes this to the unique and peaceful atmosphere of its fortified city and to the kindness of its inhabitants who for centuries have welcomed visitors from the entire world, including numerous celebrities and artists. Enjoy days of total tranquillity in the city's art galleries, covered markets, craft shops and the ebony workers' district where the aromas of cedar, lemon, ebony and thuja wood essences float in the air.
