Essaouira, the former French Justice Palace - Wood workshop

From the former French Justice Palace get a spectacular panoramic view of the port, the bastions of the sea at the port, Skala du Port, Ile du Mogador, the walled Medina and appreciate the scenery relaxing of Essaouira. Skala du Port opens to the public daily from 8:30 - Noon & 14:30 to 18:00, admission is 10dh.En the 1950 Orson Welles, movie director and actor stayed at the Hotel des Iles to south of the wall during the filming of "Othello" in 1952, which contains scenes shot through the small streets and alleys of the medina. According to legend Welles during his stay met Winston Churchill, guest at the Hotel des Iles.

Orson Welles's bust is located in a square outside the walls of the medina near the sea.A sublime experience is to know the end of the port outside the main square Plaza Monlay Hassan, taking a seat to wait for a grilled fresh fish, is an ideal place for tourists ruipos although it’s expensive but worth the trouble to know.

Many tourists who visit Essaouira are attracted by its sandy beach, but struck by the strong wind called "alizee" which enables and wind-surfing and points to the city as "Windy City, Africa." In the summer, windsurfers from around the world participate in competitions on the international circuit.Essaouira has a huge amount of chain hotels and villas along the beach, making it very popular among travelers. It is considered a pollution free environment and an ideal place for rest and relaxation.

Although Essaouira is windy beach for sunbathing, it’s the perfect place to spot a sunset. By day, it’s possible to rent a beach chair and use the bathrooms in addition to taking coffee drinks in the road.It’s famous for its high quality shops and unique wood carvings, walking down the street of Skala where the artisans are producing their marquetry and wood carving workshops built in the walls. The products are small containers and boxes carved chests. To compare quality and prices, visit the emporium Afalkay Art on the Plaza Prince Moulay Hassan. The first one can know the fixed price "Grand Prix" before trying to order discounts.