Below you will find a tour guide of the city of Agadir with more information on the city, a presentation of the city, its history, its geography and climate, historic monuments and tourist attractions, cultural agenda annual, there to see and visit in the surrounding area, a photos and practical information in relation to gallery how to get there, where to stay, its local cuisine and leisure activities to do on site.
- Presentation of Agadir:
Agadir (word that means "fortified granary collective" in Berber) is a city in southwestern Morocco, located on the Atlantic coast 508 km south of Casablanca, 173 km of Essaouira, and 235 km west Marrakech. Agadir is the capital of the administrative region Souss-Massa-Draa and seat dela Prefecture of Agadir Ida Outanane.
Agadir is one of the main urban centers of Morocco, sixth agglomeration of the country after Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Marrakech and Tangier. Three languages are spoken in the city: Arabic, Berber and French. Damaged by an earthquake in 1960, the city has been completely rebuilt, Agadir is today one of the largest resorts in Morocco where tourists come in large numbers, attracted by an exceptionally mild climate throughout the year.
Agadir is one of the main urban centers of Morocco, sixth agglomeration of the country after Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Marrakech and Tangier. Three languages are spoken in the city: Arabic, Berber and French. Damaged by an earthquake in 1960, the city has been completely rebuilt, Agadir is today one of the largest resorts in Morocco where tourists come in large numbers, attracted by an exceptionally mild climate throughout the year.
- History of Agadir:
Formerly known as Santa Cruz de Cap ford which was a Portuguese fort, the town took the name of Agadir in 1541 when the Sultan Mohamed Saadi Echeikh conquered. The only traces that remain of the old town Kasbah on the hill of Cape Ghir called Agadir Do Oufella.
The year 1760 marks the beginning of a period of survival asleep, caused by the closing of the port supplanted by that of Essaouira. During the 1930s, Agadir became an important stop for the "Aeropostale" crossing the Atlantic. In 1960 an earthquake destroyed the city almost completely. It was rebuilt 3km further south and since Agadir into a major tourist center.
The year 1760 marks the beginning of a period of survival asleep, caused by the closing of the port supplanted by that of Essaouira. During the 1930s, Agadir became an important stop for the "Aeropostale" crossing the Atlantic. In 1960 an earthquake destroyed the city almost completely. It was rebuilt 3km further south and since Agadir into a major tourist center.
- Geography & Climate Agadir :
The annual total rainfall in Agadir is 250 mm. The rainy season lasts a few months, from November to March. Sunshine is more than 300 days a year, the maximum is 27 ° in August and 20 ° in January and minima of 18 ° in August and 7 January.
- Landmarks & Tourist Attractions in Agadir :
- La Kasbah Agadir Do Ouffela nestled just 230mètres altitude, overlooking the bay of Agadir Kasbah offers stunning views of the city and the bay, it was built by Sultan Mohamed Echeikh to base attack against the Portuguese trading. this is one of the few monuments of the city and is the most visited by foreign tourists passing through or stay in Agadir.
- Municipal Bert Flint Museum on Boulevard Mohammed V, in the center city.
- Valley of the Birds, with its zoo.
- Mohammed V Mosque, on the Boulevard du President Kennedy in the district of Talborjt.
- Valley of the Birds, with its zoo.
- Mohammed V Mosque, on the Boulevard du President Kennedy in the district of Talborjt.
- Walk on the ledge of Agadir promenade waterfront is one of the major attractions of the city of Agadir, prized by inhabitants of the city and its national and international visitors. long few 5kilométres, cornice ends is implemented by several cafes and restaurant with entertainment with a newly constructed with designer boutiques and coffee shops marina.
- Cultural calendar of the city of Agadir
The main cultural event of the city of Agadir is "Timitar festival, festival of Amazigh music and world music," he stands in Agadir every summer since its inception in July 2004.
Since 2006 and the end of each year, the concert tolerance organiseà Agadir with the presence of international and national artists, organized by the Association of the concert for tolerance and national media and tourism promoters and partners international.
Since 2006 and the end of each year, the concert tolerance organiseà Agadir with the presence of international and national artists, organized by the Association of the concert for tolerance and national media and tourism promoters and partners international.
- To see in the surroundings of the city of Agadir
- Gorges Win Timdiouine, 70 km north-east of Agadir, with more than 19Km galleries, rivers and underground lakes, the network giant is located in the western part of the High Atlas. It is now proposed to integrate the world's scientific and natural heritage by UNESCO.
- The tourist village Immouzzer Ida Outanane, well known for the quality of honey in his region.
- Oasis of Maryam in the area of Taroudant, a green oasis in the palm grove.
- The tourist village Immouzzer Ida Outanane, well known for the quality of honey in his region.
- Oasis of Maryam in the area of Taroudant, a green oasis in the palm grove.
- The town of Tafraoute, with a splendid mountain rocks, the most surprising of Morocco.
- The city of Taroudant, situated in the Souss valley, surrounded by the Atlas Mountains, Taroudant was the capital of the Saadian dynasty, and held an important role in the history of Morocco.
- The city of Tiznit and its famous souks jewelers and craftsmanship money.
- See Essaouira, Sidi Ifni and Mirleft for their beaches and fishing spots and surfing.
- See Essaouira, Sidi Ifni and Mirleft for their beaches and fishing spots and surfing.
More practical for you on Agadir
- How to get there?
With its international aireport, Agadir is served by several international flights from major European cities, the aireport is 25km from the city, you can take a taxi, ask for a transfer to the receiving agency or get up on your car rental ...
- Where to stay?
At Accommodation, Agadir has a large hotel capacity with its rated from 1 to 5 stars hotels, its guest houses, hotels and apartment residences resorts, facilities comfortable for all budgets.
- Local Food? At Gastronomy, Agadir, like any Moroccan city will enchant you with very rich and varied meals, enjoy a Berber couscous, tagine with olives, a tagine of fish or other food products made with argan oil , olive oil or amlou. You also appreciate the local hospitality around a traditional mint tea and Moroccan pastries.
- Activities of Leisure? On site, you can have a wide choice of leisure activities that can enhance your stay, water activities (trips and excursions at sea on boats, Jet Skiing, Surfing, Fishing, ...) to other land-based activities (rides quad, horse or camel riding, hiking, ...).
- How to get there?
With its international aireport, Agadir is served by several international flights from major European cities, the aireport is 25km from the city, you can take a taxi, ask for a transfer to the receiving agency or get up on your car rental ...
- Where to stay?
At Accommodation, Agadir has a large hotel capacity with its rated from 1 to 5 stars hotels, its guest houses, hotels and apartment residences resorts, facilities comfortable for all budgets.
- Local Food? At Gastronomy, Agadir, like any Moroccan city will enchant you with very rich and varied meals, enjoy a Berber couscous, tagine with olives, a tagine of fish or other food products made with argan oil , olive oil or amlou. You also appreciate the local hospitality around a traditional mint tea and Moroccan pastries.
- Activities of Leisure? On site, you can have a wide choice of leisure activities that can enhance your stay, water activities (trips and excursions at sea on boats, Jet Skiing, Surfing, Fishing, ...) to other land-based activities (rides quad, horse or camel riding, hiking, ...).
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