Essaouira: Morocco’s #1 Sunset Spot
"Essaouira—where Africa meets the Atlantic winds. Of all Morocco’s cities, this breezy, artsy fishing port stole my heart. Simple, free, and slow-paced." 🌊 Why Essaouira? Name Meaning: "The Beautifully Drawn" in Arabic—and it lives up to it. Color Palette: A blue-and-white dream—white seagulls, blue boats, and sunsets that ignite the sky. Vibe: Fishermen hauling in their catch, artisans weaving nets, and world-wandering hippies sketching by the ramparts. 📸 Must-Capture Moments 1️⃣ The Old Port at Golden Hour: Fishermen unloading sardines as seagulls dive-bomb for scraps. Wooden boats bobbing in hues of cobalt and turquoise. 2️⃣ Skala de la Ville: The 18th-century sea fortress where Game of Thrones filmed "Astapor" (Daenerys’ slave city). Cannon-lined walls with Atlantic waves crashing below. 3️⃣ Medina Alleyways: Powder-blue doors, dangling lanterns, and street art murals. Hidden galleries selling thuja wood carvings (local specialty). 4️⃣ Sunset at Borj El Baroud: The "Moroccan #1 Sunset": Sky melts into tangerine, then violet, over the Portuguese ramparts. 🎨 Essaouira’s Free Spirit Hippie Heritage: Jimi Hendrix hung out here in the 60s; today, it’s a musician/artist colony. Annual Gnaoua Festival: A trance-music celebration blending African rhythms and Sufi soul. 🍴 Eat Like a Local Grilled Seafood: Choose your just-caught fish at the port (try sea urchins!). Msemen: Flaky Moroccan pancakes with honey—best at street stalls. #Essaouira #Morocco #TravelPhotography
