Essaouira’s walled medina was added to Unesco’s World Heritage list
in 2001. Its well-preserved, late-18th-century fortified layout is a
prime example of European military architecture in North Africa. For the
visitor, the mellow atmosphere, narrow winding streets lined with
colourful shops, whitewashed houses and heavy old wooden doors make it a
wonderful place to stroll.
The dramatic, wave-lashed ramparts
that surround the medina are a great place to get an overview of the
labyrinth of streets. The ramparts were famously used in the opening
scene of Orson Welles’ Othello for a panoramic shot where Iago is
suspended in a cage above the rocks and sea. The easiest place to access
the ramparts is at Skala de la Ville , the impressive sea bastion built
along the cliffs. A collection of European brass cannons from the 18th
and 19th centuries lines the walkway here and you’ll also get great
views out to sea and gorgeous sunsets.
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