Agadir
- the Pearl of Souss by Siham Ben Chikh
No one can deny that Morocco
is one of the countries that have some of the most amazing natural spaces,
magnificent historical monuments, and richest cultural heritage in the
world. Among the most beautiful cities in Morocco, Agadir is certainly
very high up. In this article I will state some of the reasons behind the
celebrity of this beautiful city.
Agadir is one of the most
famous and beautiful cities in Morocco, and a favourite destination for
tourists and visitors from several nationalities. There are many good reasons:
first of all, the city is located in South West Morocco, on the shores
of the Atlantic Ocean. This important geographical location, near Marrakech
and at the gates of the Western Sahara, makes it the capital of the region.
Also, Agadir and its people
have shown us that there is nothing impossible in this city, this which
witnessed a destructive earthquake on February 29th 1960 but nonetheless
did not prevent all Moroccans and Agadir lovers from rebuilding the city
relying on a modern European technologies and style.
In addition to this, you
can enjoy the wonderful weather of the city, which will give you the chance
to enjoy its sunshine 360 days a year. Equally, in Agadir you will have
the opportunity to discover many exciting and prominent monuments, such
as the Agadir Oufella, a charming and ancient fortress, with winding and
animated alleys, from which you will enjoy a fantastic view of the whole
city.
Around Agadir, you can visit
the Imouzzar region, a gorgeous mountainous space, or Aghrod, where you
can enjoy the stunning beauty of the sea and the forest. Also, in Agadir
you can immerse yourselves in the heart of the rich Amazigh culture, which
is quite notable in all domains, including music (Ahwach, Rwaiss, etc.),
musical parties (the Timitar Festival), food (tajine Ssoussi, Amlou, Argan
Oil, etc.), clothes (Ahayk, L'ktib, etc.), jewellery (Tizerzay, Talguamout...)
and many other crafts and art forms.
And last but not least, you
will find in this beautiful city one of the best beaches along the Atlantic
Coast, where you will have an excellent chance enjoy the swimming, surfing,
jet-skiing, etc. So, Agadir invites you to enjoy a romantic, magical, and
unforgettable stay in a place where everything is designed to satisfy all
you desires (hotels, restaurants, nature, leisure), so that you have a
wonderful and enjoyable holiday!
Come discover the beauty
of Agadir, where you can stay in one of the many fantastic Agadir hotels
or, better yet, in one of the typical riads of Agadir, with a view of the
sea and the city.
You may also want to stay
in one of the fantastic riads of Marrakech, the Ochre City, just 150 miles
from Agadir.
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About the Author: Siham Ben
Chikh studied in the special centre for the blind Organisation Alaouite
Pour La Protection Des Aveugles in Taroudant, Morocco. She obtained her
Baccalaureate in English Literature from the Mohammed VI High School in
Ouarzazate, her DEUG Honours English Diploma and BA Degree in English Studies
from the Ibnou Zouhr University and her Communication Studies Certificate
from the American Association Sea English Academy International in ISIAM,
Agadir. |
