My True Morocco – Two View Points in my Essaouira Day Trip Experience – First time and the next time My heart was captured by Essaouira at the end of my first two weeks traveling in Morocco.
I am certainly not the first person to have been so taken with the town. Its’ history goes back to the 16th century as do many buildings in the Medina. The medina and ramparts bear a French imprint while the contemporary scene seems pure Moroccan. So, to me as a first-time visitor, it gives the impression of exotic and old, and at the same time familiar.
ESSAOUIRA DAY TRIP EXPERIENCE
- On my next trip to Essaouira,ESSAOUIRA EXPERIENCE BY OUR GUEST PEN I intend to enjoy the beach stretching along Mohammed V, which provides a welcome reception. In the early morning, as we walk toward the fishing pier, we see a yoga group, and I briefly consider running down to join them. Essouirians and tourists alike are fishing, running, and playing football while children enjoy the sand and shallow surf.The Medina proves easy to navigate, with the ramparts serving as a constant guide. Hanging out at the fishing pier is endlessly entertaining, with blue fishing boats, hardworking fishermen, fresh seafood displays, and the lively sea birds adding to the atmosphere. An afternoon walk takes us through contemporary art galleries and restaurants, culminating in stunning views from the ramparts. In the late afternoon, a stroll on the beach surprises me—the water is warm enough to swim! I can’t wait for my next Essaouira day trip to fully immerse myself in its charm.
Take more beach walks
- Get into one of those beach yoga classes (get web site for Essaouira Yoga)
- Check out the outstanding wall art (get at least one web site)
- Ride a camel or horse on the beach
- Have tea on the beach and watch the sunset over water turn the Medina gold
- Buy fish at the port and have it grilled there.
- Try more restaurants both in and out of the Medina
Have you been to Essaouira? Tell me what you would do next time.
