resort closest to Europe. The exceptional site of the city includes a beautiful bay, the sunniest in the world. 20 km of beach rejoice all year thousands of vacationers, even in winter. European city par excellence, Agadir has the largest hotel park Morocco.
Located between the peaks of the High Atlas, the Souss is an extremely fertile area called "orchard of Morocco". With vegetable and fruit crops in the eye, the Souss's main outlet international port of Agadir. No wonder the city has long been called "the port of the Souss" and is today the largest port in Morocco after Casablanca.
Almost entirely destroyed by an earthquake in February 1960, Agadir was rebuilt as a modern city plan. You've got it, do not go to Agadir to discover traditional Moroccan city, but rather to enjoy the beach and trips to the region, particularly in the Souss Massa National Park.
City History
Probably founded by the Berbers, Agadir immediately attracts sailors along its coast. Bay sheltered from the wind, fertile land and fresh water source (the "founty"), Agadir has it all. In 1505, the Portuguese established a trading post there and build a port.
In 1541, the Saadian Sultan Mohammed Sheikh, interested in Agadir strategic position to control the "Golden Road", captured the city. In the seventeenth century, Agadir is controlled by the Berbers. The port trade is growing strongly, the prosperous city
In 1760, Sultan Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Alawi is jealous of that port trade with Europe. He built the port of Essaouira a hundred kilometers north to divert European trade. It is a blow to Agadir and the city gradually depopulated. In the early twentieth century, the Agadir population is less than 1000 inhabitants.
The first half of the twentieth century saw the return of Agadir on the economic scene. Agriculture and fisheries allow the city to develop a major port. Canneries are built and Agadir became the first sardine port in the world. This business has also never ceased, Agadir today is the first fishing port in the country.
Unfortunately, February 29, 1960 at 11:47 p.m., the city was devastated by a massive earthquake that will make 15,000 dead. Almost all the houses are destroyed in seconds. The whole country is very moved and reconstruction of Agadir is a national challenge. Two years later, the city rising from the ashes ... in compliance with earthquake standards.
Today, Agadir is an important economic center, with its port. Second tourist city in Morocco after Marrakech, the city is known for its beautiful seaside resort.
Located between the peaks of the High Atlas, the Souss is an extremely fertile area called "orchard of Morocco". With vegetable and fruit crops in the eye, the Souss's main outlet international port of Agadir. No wonder the city has long been called "the port of the Souss" and is today the largest port in Morocco after Casablanca.
Almost entirely destroyed by an earthquake in February 1960, Agadir was rebuilt as a modern city plan. You've got it, do not go to Agadir to discover traditional Moroccan city, but rather to enjoy the beach and trips to the region, particularly in the Souss Massa National Park.
City History
Probably founded by the Berbers, Agadir immediately attracts sailors along its coast. Bay sheltered from the wind, fertile land and fresh water source (the "founty"), Agadir has it all. In 1505, the Portuguese established a trading post there and build a port.
In 1541, the Saadian Sultan Mohammed Sheikh, interested in Agadir strategic position to control the "Golden Road", captured the city. In the seventeenth century, Agadir is controlled by the Berbers. The port trade is growing strongly, the prosperous city
In 1760, Sultan Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Alawi is jealous of that port trade with Europe. He built the port of Essaouira a hundred kilometers north to divert European trade. It is a blow to Agadir and the city gradually depopulated. In the early twentieth century, the Agadir population is less than 1000 inhabitants.
The first half of the twentieth century saw the return of Agadir on the economic scene. Agriculture and fisheries allow the city to develop a major port. Canneries are built and Agadir became the first sardine port in the world. This business has also never ceased, Agadir today is the first fishing port in the country.
Unfortunately, February 29, 1960 at 11:47 p.m., the city was devastated by a massive earthquake that will make 15,000 dead. Almost all the houses are destroyed in seconds. The whole country is very moved and reconstruction of Agadir is a national challenge. Two years later, the city rising from the ashes ... in compliance with earthquake standards.
Today, Agadir is an important economic center, with its port. Second tourist city in Morocco after Marrakech, the city is known for its beautiful seaside resort.
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