With its splendid ramparts, majestic stone towers and perfectly intact Medina labyrinth, Essaouira is the most famous Moroccan city in the Atlantic coast. The beautiful and bright area contained within the city walls is a labyrinth of narrow roads, whitewashed houses, peaceful squares and small craft shops.

On falling in love with this location, many Europeans and artists have bought a house and property in Medina, and their presence can be seen throughout the city. The impetuous coastal wind, known locally as the 'alizee,' blows almost the whole year round and Essaouira has made it the most popular place in Morocco for windsurfing, promoting itself as "Wind City, Afrika".