Essaouira city, Morocco

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Essaouira city, Morocco

Essaouira is a city in the western Moroccan economic region of Marrakech-Tensift-Al Haouz, on the Atlantic coast. The city was known in the time of 11th-century geographer al-Bakri and, as he reported, was called Sidi Megdoul. In the 16th-century, a corruption of this name became known to the Portuguese as Mogador. The Medina of Essaouira (formerly Mogador ) is a UNESCO World Heritage listed city, an example of a late 18th-century fortified town, as transferred to North Africa by European colonists. The medina is home to many small arts and crafts businesses, notably cabinet making and thuya wood-carving (using roots of the Tetraclinis tree), both of which have been practised in Essaouira for centuries. The fishing harbour, suffering from the competition of Agadir and Safi remains rather small, although the catches (sardines, conger eels) are surprisingly abundant due to the coastal upwelling generated by the powerful trade winds and the Canaries Current. Essaouira remains one of the major fishing harbours of Morocco.
This town was the setting for several scenes of the popular Game of Thrones and as Othello version of Orson Welles

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This stunning print captures the essence of Essaouira, a city steeped in history and culture on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. Formerly known as Mogador, this UNESCO World Heritage listed city is a true gem with its well-preserved late 18th-century fortified town, known as the Medina of Essaouira. The intricate details of the architecture and bustling streets within the medina are beautifully showcased in this image, reflecting centuries-old traditions such as cabinet making and thuya wood-carving that still thrive in Essaouira today. The vibrant colors and textures of the city come to life in this photograph, transporting viewers to a place where time seems to stand still amidst modernity. Essaouira's fishing harbor also plays a significant role in its identity, providing abundant catches like sardines and conger eels thanks to coastal upwelling from trade winds and currents. This historic port remains one of Morocco's major fishing hubs, adding yet another layer of charm to this picturesque seaside town. With its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, it's no wonder that Essaouira has served as the backdrop for popular films like Orson Welles' Othello and scenes from Game of Thrones. This print truly captures the timeless allure of Essaouira, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in its captivating atmosphere.

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