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The city of Essaouira is a safe port for tourists who want to experience the mystique of Morocco without the hassles.

The Town

Essaouira's streets can get busy with the hustle and bustle of tourists and townspeople.

Colorful rugs

A merchant's Moroccan rugs hang for sale on a wall in Essaouira's Medina.

Donkey

Times have changed, but a donkey-pulled cart still may be seen in the streets.

Sound Asleep

A cat cozies up to one of the many rugs a merchant has out for sale.

From a Time Past

The cannon guards a time past when the port served as a fortress.

Essaouira's Lively Port

Gaily painted boats built of teak and eucalyptus dot Essaouira's lively port situated at the foot of the town's ramparts and at the end of a long, beautiful beach.