Marrakech palm grove

Planted under the Almoravid dynasty, the famous palm grove of Marrakech is covered with exuberance over 100,000 trees on 13,000 hectares. It is also at the heart of a high-level urbanization consists of luxury residences, sports clubs and golf courses or 5 * hotels. This surge was mainly due to the unique characteristics of the Marrakech palm grove: millennium, magic and sumptuous. 

The visit of the palm is by car or cab. This is usually a pre established circuit that allows to reach by far the magnificence of this place. Those wishing to experience the luxury offered by the palm will now go cool off at the fabulous pool of the palm or an aperitif on the terrace bar of Golf. It is also one of the safest ways to enjoy what could be this vast place at its glory. However, a vision quite idyllic and far from the reality of the time, the park was indeed a large vegetable garden. Besides the production of dates, including palm trees particularity to provide shade which houses the cultures of the dreaded sun of Marrakech. At the time of its creation, the park was irrigated with this remarkable system Khettarras.

Beaches of Agadir

AGADIR ATTRACTS LOVE BEAUTIFUL BEACHES 

The beaches of Agadir are considered the most beautiful in Morocco. Long ten miles, they offer a particular advantage. Because they are protected by the bay, you can enjoy true tranquility in the water without having to avoid the brutal waves of the Atlantic Ocean. The mild climate and 300 days of annual sunshine throughout the year help to swim all year round. 

Following a very ambitious redevelopment, the edge of Agadir Sea today offers a very pleasant walk. These miles of golden sands are very clean. In fact, they are regularly cleaned by volunteers and associations. A wide range of activities on offer. Most of them are facing the ocean as kitesurfing, windsurfing and surfing. However, you can also go quad biking, horse riding or camel. 

AGADIR BEACHES AND SOME PEACE 

To reassure tourists on holiday in Agadir, a special police watch over the tranquility of the beach. Lifeguards monitor and give aid to the distressed swimmers. It is not surprising to see young Agadir or neighboring towns rush to bask in the afternoon or weekends on these beautiful beaches. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the sunrise and sunset ... Among the beaches of Agadir, remains the most popular urban beach. This place is amazing to enjoy the sea and swim quietly. 

Since you have decided to take a break on the golden sands of Agadir, be sure to visit the new marina has just been built. You take the opportunity to admire and discover the many pleasure boats are welcomed. This place is ideal for relaxing with its many restaurants along the waterfront. You can then enjoy Moroccan cuisine overlooking the ocean and discover many leisure options. Thanks to the diversity of tourist facilities, there's something for everyone. 

TAGHAZOUT THE VILLAGE HIDDEN 

The beach is a few kilometers Taghazout Agadir. Here, find themselves more and more fans of surfing. Enjoy the long straights and beach breaks that alternate along the coast. A true paradise for surfers, beaches in the area offer a mild climate associated with waves suitable for beginners and regulars. All combine to exert your favorite sports in excellent conditions; Taghazout to Tamghart, climatic conditions are optimal; the raging waves, wind and water temperatures offer ideal strengths in advancing surfing. Very famous, it was frequented by Jimy Hendricks and Frank Zappa ... Long nearly 7 km, it is bordered by the High Atlas Mountains. K point Source and Anka Point, Point H denote any one of the many world famous and located around Taghazout spots. 

Taghazout has a campsite and a hostelry near recent development. But no need to stay there to enjoy the charms twenty minutes will suffice to come to Taghazout. In addition to being a destination for surfing fame, Taghazout immersed in a charming small Berber village atmosphere. Using blue and fresh fish caught daily by villagers sky, Taghazout is the perfect place to relax. 

BEACH AOURIR 

Aourir is also known as the "Banana village" or "Banana Beach" nickname is given by Jimi Hendrix in the 1960s because the dessert bananas grown in the valley and sold on the roadside. Aourir has beautiful alluring beaches over 3 km in length, this is a step for surfers. The coast is home to some of the best surfing in Morocco, such as Banana Beach and the Rock of the Devil. For beginners to surf, Surf Club and the Royal Imouran Surfing Association are available. For fans of Moroccan cuisine, Aourir has many restaurants (with panoramic seen on banana plantations) and you can taste the best tagines in the region. Le Souk is held every Wednesday; the market is filled with the colors and smells of fresh produce: vegetables, fruits, spices and mix tagine with bonus the distant sound of waves hitting the beach giving the market a pleasant atmosphere. 

BEACH Aghroud 

35 km north of Agadir, a half-hour drive Aghroud, with its crystal clear waters, is one of the finest beaches in the area. Uncrowded because limited by distance of major cities further south, it is all the more peaceful and relaxing. 

It has two landing points artisanal fishing where you can buy fish brought by the boats. The hotel industry is virtually nonexistent. But half a day is enough for swimming and sunbathing from Agadir. 

BEACH Imsouane 

80 km north of Essaouira and Agadir in the south and 6 km after Tamri, a small road on the left takes you to the beach Imsouane. The track starts at the entrance of the village. Arriving at Imsouane, the road along the cliff and provides stunning views of the bay and its break-point. Imsouane, the sun 300 days a year, an ideal climate, never below 15 degrees with a majestic bay. 

In all seasons, this is the perfect place to unwind, relax and enjoy the sun on a fine soft sand. Even during the winter, it is possible to swim in a protected cold currents of the Canary sea. 

For lovers of swimming, sport enthusiasts can practice it in the bay. Imsouane is primarily known for fishing which is one of its major activities. Thus, the small fishing village of Imsouane offers a show of his blue boats stranded on the beach, tight at the foot of humble houses, waiting until dawn the fishermen come to bear at the water's edge, watching the wave that will enable them to embark to their fishing spot. 

AGLOU BEACH 

This is the beach of Tiznitis. Formerly made ​​up of small fishermen's huts, the village has gradually changed, giving way to beautiful Moroccan houses. He knows a spectacular development from the performance of a walk. Its strengths are its beaches, reliefs, curious fishing villages carved into the cliffs, small ports and proximity to Tiznit. Its reasonable distance of Agadir allows him to save the wildness of its coasts and to ensure a peaceful stay to its visitors. Meeting place between sea and desert, it can escape the oppressive heat to enjoy the cool sea. 

BEACH MIRLEFT 

It boasts all the quality of its white sand beaches, its almost inaccessible coves between cliffs and ocean, or its sand dunes shaped by the desert wind. The bite of the sun, the crashing ocean waves, huge stretches of sand ... the tourist fond of seaside pleasures is struck by the sheer scale of the place and experiencing a violent sensation of disorientation. Followers of surfing are often very demanding: on the lookout for the best waves, they do not hesitate to travel thousands of miles to cross whole countries to experience the best sensations, this communion with the board and the wave. The shore of Mirleft is one of those unique places, these little lost as to recommend the best surfers in secret corners. Waves often impressive and especially regular in a wild and wonderful scenery ... Some experienced surfers do not hesitate to compare Mirleft in Tarifa, southern Spain, now a legendary place for all fans of surfing. We even met some surfers who regularly come to Mirleft from the Persian Gulf ... that is to say the attractions of the place! 

BEACH Tifnit 

Tifnit is a fishing village, centuries old, southwest of Morocco, in the region Souss-Massa-Draa and the Province of Chtouka-Ait Baha. Located on the Atlantic coast, 30 km south of Agadir, Tifnit is midway between the mouth of the river and the estuary of Souss Oued Massa. The village has a beautiful wild beach in a sheltered cove, 4 km long, rather small compared to other beaches in the area, surrounded by limestone plateaus and large beautiful dunes. Currents can be strong in certain seasons. The villagers housed in adobe houses, in caves dug into the cliff or in shelters canvas or plastic. Nearby is the National Park of Souss-Massa, one of the last sanctuaries of the world bald ibis. Every August since 2005, the festival takes place there Rhythms of Peace (Rhythms of Peace Festival), dedicated to all forms of trance music through collaboration between the masters of traditional Moroccan trance music, artists in contemporary electronic music and several groups of "world music" from diverse backgrounds. It is also a well known place motorhome (which unfortunately leave their garbage in a small landfill near the beach) and one of the many surf spots around Agadir. 

BEACH SIDI RBAT 

Sidi R'bat is located about 50 km south of Agadir towards Tiznit. After approx. 40 km off the road towards Tiznit few kilometers after the village towards Belfaa Massa. Sidi R'bat is signposted from this point. 

Besides the unique natural park, the vastness and tranquility of the sandy beach several kilometers long also attract Long walks, dives into the waves of the Atlantic, sports or prolonged sun bathing activities, everything has its Place Sidi R'bat. 

Not to mention the other mythical beaches of Agadir: Abouda Beach, KM17, Aghroud beach, beach Tamghart, Imourane Beach, Tamri The source ...

NATIONAL PARKS

NATIONAL PARK Souss Massa Draa 

Over 230 species of birds, including 90 breeding, staying permanently in the PNSM. Its northern limit, precisely at the mouth of the Oued Souss, attractions include a multitude of birds. This wetland is not only a migratory stopover for many species, but also an important wintering site for more than 2,000 birds. The richness of fish, diversity of aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates, and the presence of islands and beaches attract them. If more than 70 species of water birds (herons, spoonbills, flamingos, storks) visited the site, the bald ibis the most remarkable element of this fauna. 

- More than 100 red-necked ostriches: 

Ostriches are also inhabitants of the park. During his visit the tourist can observe endearing performances. Mom and Dad ostriches taking care of their chicks. But do not go near it. To protect their offspring they believe in danger, ostriches are able to bludgeon at any intruder, a swipe pest. So to watch ... but by far! 

- The last colony of ibises: 

Some 400 ibises live in the Souss Massa. Their range extends along the coastal strip between Imessouane (Common Tamri north of Agadir) and Aglou (Tiznit), southeastern boundary of KwaZulu park. 

The availability of high, inaccessible cliffs and quiet allowed the survival of bald ibis in Souss Massa. 

The mild climate of this region and the combination of other factors allow the bald ibis to spend the whole year. 

Favorable conditions that have kept on site nearly 250 people since 1982 their number has increased slightly in recent years. According to Census 2002, the population is about 300 birds. To protect these rarities, further development of the park, a conservation project was launched in 1993 as part of a cooperation agreement between the Water and Forests and BirdLife International. An action plan was developed in 1997 based on results of research to identify the key actions for the conservation of the last wild colonies. 

- More than 30 species of mammals: 

The mammalian fauna of PNSM is estimated at thirty species. 

Most notable are the wild boar, jackal, fox, hare, mongoose, wild cat, genet and porcupine. 

In addition, a dozen species of mammals live in this space. Furthermore these species from wild strains, others are acclimatized at two wildlife reserves and baptized Rokein Arrouais. These were built as part of a rebuilding program Wildlife deep south of Morocco. Today, the park has more than 1,000 dorcas and dama gazelles over 11 mhorr, more than 570 addax antelope and over 250antilopes oryx. 

- A development strategy: 

There is today no guided tour of the park and this area is not yet open to the public, which has access to only a few locations. 

As part of a strategy to develop two formulas were developed: a product offering Safari visiting game parks to discover the Saharan fauna and a program of discovery of the mouth of Oued Souss designed for the observation of aquatic birds that live in this space. 

- Vegetation & oddities: 

Bright or stabilized dunes, dotted with low vegetation, are also exceptional landscapes to contemplate in the park, especially at the game reserve Arrouais. 

The area euphorbia, a very useful plant for soil protection, south of Oued Massa, also worth a look. It is through these scenic spots that tourists who entered the park by the road to Tiznit, eventually reaching the beaches and coastal cliffs. Part of the park is already the subject of tours for travel agents in the region, which crosses to the mouth of the Oued Massa. 

Another original, the caves along the cliffs, most are used by fishermen from neighboring villages, but some have been transformed into real homes of the sea. They currently number around 1,300. 

- How to get to the park? 

You can reach the park along the beach of Agadir to the mouth of the Oued Souss. Pending the implementation of the development strategy of ecotourism in PNSM a great address for more information: 

Towards the National Park Souss Massa, Tel. : +212 (0) 5 28 33 38 80 At the side of the park, Sidi R'bat particular, it is possible to go for walks on a donkey, accompanied by guides or staying in tents nomads facing the sea. This coast also offers several places where we practice of sport fishing. 

THE NATIONAL PARK TOUBKAL: A NATURAL HERITAGE 

In the heart of the Atlas, between Oued Nfis west and east Oued Ourika emerges a mountainous area of exception, the Toubkal National Park. 

For explorers for walkers, the Toubkal National Park is one of the most attractive Morocco natural heritage. Located 70 km away from Marrakech, this park was created in 1942, following the holding of the 9th Congress (1937) of the Institute for Advanced Studies on Moroccan high mountains. 

Its total area of ​​100,000 ha is home to the highest peaks in North Africa, the main ones being the Ouenkrim (4089 m), Toubkal (4167 m) and Tichki (3753 m). Such a varied terrain at altitudes of 1200-4167 m above sea level, gives this place for contemplation attractive shapes with plateaus, cliffs, lakes, deep gorges, peaks and rivers . 

Populated with oak, juniper, pine and other botanicals, this unique landscape is bathed in an exceptional climate: snow from November to May when temperatures fell below - 20 ° C and strong sunlight even in winter. 

On the zoological level, a variety of animal species are protected, such as sheep who lives in Takharkhourt near Ouirgane, the oldest Moroccan zone protecting this species, as well as more than a hundred species of birds (eagle, hawk, ...), reptiles, and other mammals. 

Space scenery, the Toubkal National Park is a tourist site of choice. Due to its configuration and its exceptional climate, multi seasonal tourists can engage in all sorts of activities: winter sports, hiking, mountain walks, carp fishing, exploring rock carvings (dating from about 2,100 years BC) ... 

NATIONAL PARK IRIQUI 

The National Park lriqui occupies the space between the river Draa and the fallout from the southern Anti-Atlas, in the provinces of Zagora and Tata. It was created in 1994 and covers an area of ​​123,000 hectares. 

The park is characterized by typical desert landscapes of southern Morocco. Wet period, Lake lriqui, is a stopping and wintering many migratory waterbirds (flamingos, coots and geese) and gives the park an important ecological character. The rehabilitation of the wetland is one of the main objectives of creating the park. 

Vegetation is represented by a wooded steppe and savanna Acacia raddiana. Dune environments are essentially covered by Tamarix. 

The national park is home to varied fauna lriqui represented by the Dorcas gazelle, Barbary sheep, hyena, Houbara Bustard, but also by a large number of reptiles such as lizard, céraste, monitor lizard, chameleon the gecko and different types of snakes. The park provides the recovery and reintroduction of extinct species of rare wildlife such as the Sahara oryx, addax and the red-necked ostrich (which was exterminated long ago in Morocco, as part of the trade feathers). 

Apart from a few families settled inside the park, the entire population of the area are nomadic. The latter, mostly from El hamid Ghouzlane practice transhumance along the circuit Figuig - Tan Tan. The lriqui area is the main place for grazing because of its good grazing potential.

DESERT and DUNES

TINFOU AT THE DOOR OF THE SAHARA 

Tinfou found 26km from the town of Zagora to the Southeast. Going to Tinfou permit yourself to live a glimpse of life in the wilderness (preferable in the afternoon). 

Leaving Zagora must take the road to the South-East (road hamid) to go to Tinfou. 18km later, we arrive at Tamegrout, lazy town, famous for its library of Koranic school as well as a craft cooperative pottery. It is worth a stop in order to take the tour. It then continues along this road until Tinfou. The latter is known for its small sand dune you see a little further to the left of the road when you arrive. Take the narrow path that leads to it, you will see some nomadic tents on the bumpy plain. Take the opportunity to do a walk of a few minutes on foot or by camel *. You definitely do not forget the experience. 

ROAD TO OASIS KASBAHS MAJESTIC 

Route of 1000 Kasbahs aptly named. They are so numerous along the 230 km between Ouarzazate and Goulmina that near valleys and palm groves. 

It is accessed Skoura, a small town famous palm grove where many Kasbahs, well maintained, as Kasbah Ameridil, the most famous of them abound; then, a few km away, which rose Kalaat M'gouna harvested from April to June is honored and celebrated for 3 days in early May during the Rose Festival. Browse trails along the banks of the river is a real delight M'gouma roses scattered poppies, wild corn, almond fig trees and wheat fields ordonnancent an amazing garden tangle beauty and scents. Upon exiting Kalaat M'gouna is the village of Azlag where once the Jewish community in the village specialized in making daggers, a tradition carried on today's know-how of more than 200 artisans. 

It's Boumalne a share the road along the Dades Valley, the borrower is to offer 60 km of happiness. The road winds along the valley and plays with the vertical drop. It offers a wide range of spectacular scenery on the kasbah, the staggering cliffs fingered monkeys, panoramic views, gorges, village and valley Mserir little known Oussikiss whose stone houses, fields and gardens well irrigated and the dam close calls in this release that are not. 

Tinerhir, pleasant city, deserves that we stay a while. Against the bottom and the edge of the palm is the Jewish quarter, oldest part of Tinerir. On the heights overlooking the Kasbah of Glaoui nearby. Nearby are the gorges of Todhra to which a scenic route leads us along one of the prettiest villages sheltering palm groves of Morocco and adobe kasbahs habitées.Les walks around the gorge along this fault impressive 300 m, we grow to explore the trails of the High Atlas and Berber villages. 

Going down the throats of Todhra Tinejdad to the palm stretches over a few kilometers towards Ferkla. At Tinejdad visit the Ksar El Khorbat dating from the nineteenth century is worth seeing as well as the Museum of Oasis located opposite the main entrance of Ksar. The museum Lalla Mimouna, 4km before entering Tinejdad is an inevitable stop, teeming with poetry in praise of the water, the only source of life oasis. The road of 1000 kasbahs ends at Goulmina. Located in the oasis of Ksar Goulmima Heal is one of the finest in the region. 

DUNES M'HAMID 

Mr. Hamid El Ghizlane or hamid gazelle, is the last village before the vastness of the Sahara. Silted, ocher and proudly erecting palm trees, the city is the starting point for adventure and dreams insured. The people of M'Hamid nomadic origins knew the noble past of their ancestors, an acute knowledge of the corners of the desert, its reg and its dunes. The day of the souk is an opportunity to meet the famous blue men formerly nomadic, the camel of the desert. 

The road to get there is beautiful: Zagora and its famous sign "Timbuktu, 52 days camel" Jebel Zagora which offers a beautiful view over the valley of the Draa Tinfou dunes along the Oued Draa and palm trees dotted with kasbahs and ksours ... 

After slow progress on the winding roads of Djebel Bani, you are really in the desert. 

The little village of M Hamid, with its low adobe houses, seems to be out of the sand. At the entrance of the village, on the right, there is the small square where the souk on Monday morning; further, the village center with its souvenir shops and the village café. 

DUNES CHEGAGA 

Rising to 300 meters above sea level, stands as chegaga largest mass of sand dunes in Morocco. The endless expanse of sand dunes and the beautiful, dark pink color earth day, and tan or gold depending on sunlight and time of day you would live moments of enchantment. 

DUNES ERG LIHOUDI 

Erg Lihoudi form a spectacular sand dunes constantly reshaped by the changing winds. Also called Erg Jews, this set is on the edge of El Ghizlane hamid. It consists of dunes grouped into real dune covering large areas. 

Take a camel ride a camel to the dunes of Erg Lihoudi. Your caravan took a course to discover the desert. You will begin through the village of adobe. 

Wheat and barley are omni present. The palm Bounou shows the very clever system operation of an oasis with its choice of crops depending on the proximity of water sources or river. 

A fascinating world to understand ... beautiful late afternoon waiting for you to reach the first beautiful dunes of Erg Lihoudi. After discovering the night under real khaimas, you are now real nomads. 

The day will begin for the bravest by a beautiful sunrise over the dunes ... unforgettable. During your walk, you will discover the solitude of wide open spaces of the desert, the pleasure of walking into a world of sand and the atmosphere of the camel caravan, the slow pace of camels

LAKES and CASCADES

Oued Souss 

Oued Souss starts in the High Atlas Mountains at an altitude of 1230 m. His journey through the mountains of the High Atlas and the Souss valley before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean south of Agadir. 

Among the major tributaries of the Wadi Souss include: Issen wadi, Wadi Ouziwa, Immerguen wadi, Wadi Arghene. 

Oued Souss is the largest wadi water basin, its length is 190 km. 

The mouth of the Oued Souss is the northern boundary of the park, 10 km south of the city of Agadir. Biological richness, diverse vegetation, and resident and migratory birds make it an internationally recognized RAMSAR site plan and classified site, since January 2005 This site is a haven for thousands of birds; Unfortunately it is under pressure due to its proximity to the urban area. 

Oued Massa 

Wadi Massa is in the rural town of Massa and the center of the region "Souss-Massa-Draa." 

At about 60 km south of Agadir, turn right at the roundabout towards Sidi R'bat the tourist village. Through the village and turn right at the intersection. This road turns into a sandy track that leads to the door of the store and parking. Wadi Massa is part of the Souss Massa National Park. So it will protect this important stopover between tropical Africa and Europe. Today, he mostly supported the protection of the last viable population of bald ibis in the world. 

Upstream of the wilderness area where the water is soft, spread irrigated gardens Massa, on the slopes of the valley of Oued, many Douars (villages) are installed. In these gardens reigns febrile rural activity. A back and forth of donkeys loaded with alfalfa, corn or beans, circulate among the many sunken roads using irrigation channels during the flood plots. 

LAKE IFNI 

Lake Ifni is in the Province of Taroudant in the Souss-Massa-Draa. 

Largest mountain lake in Morocco and one of the highest, Lake Ifni is 65 meters deep and is spread over 35 hectares. Being located in a valley surrounded by the peaks of Jebel Toubkal, the Ouanoukrim and dome Ifni, Lake Ifni has almost no fauna and flora. There are blue-green algae, which gives the lake its emerald green color. Natural lake, Lake Ifni is mainly used for tourism and fishing. The temperature of surface waters under strong diurnal and seasonal variations. Lake Ifni has a semi-arid Mediterranean climate.

VALLEYS and GORGES

VALLEY SOUSS 

Around Taroudant, you can visit the Valley Sub. This valley 150 km long and 40 km wide extending between the top and the anti atlas and between the massive Jebel Siroua. The valley slopes gently towards the sea and rises to 600 m in Taroudant. 

Even if it does not rain much, the important groundwater gave birth to a rich oasis. They grow agricultural products that are exported. It used sugar cane, today both sides of the river, which is not used for irrigation does not have enough water, citrus fruits are covered. 

VALLEY Draa 

The Draa Valley is located in the region of Souss-Massa-Draa in southern Morocco. In ancient times, the Draa meant the longest river in Morocco which was formed by the wadi Ouarzazate and Dades. Today, it refers to a valley that begins in Ouarzazate but remains invisible over 60 kilometers to Agdz. The Draa Valley contains palm groves and cultivated fields, bordered by kasbahs and villages. This valley is famous for its dates, about 2 million date palms of fifteen different varieties. 

VALLEY OF ROSES 

Roses Valley extends about Boulmane Dades Kelaat Gouna (El Kelaa), Morocco. It is irrigated by the Dades that comes from Atlas. This makes it an oasis that stretches an arid plateau south of the Atlas. 

It bears the name of the many roses planted there to protect cultivated fields goats. But roses only flower from mid-April to June The inhabitants manufacture of rose water and all kinds of derivatives (soaps, creams, ...). 

Many kasbahs also border the valley of roses. 

A moussem Rose takes place in El-Gouna Kelaa of the first week of May, if May 1 coincides with Friday moussem begin the following Friday so the 8, 9 and 10 May, with parade of tanks, troops folk, Miss Rose. 

VALLEY M'GOUN 

The river is a tributary M'goun Dades which originates in the heart of the Atlas. He joined the Dades Kalaat M'gouna (or El Kelaâ M'gouna) and irrigates several villages. This is a less urbanized valley and tourism as the Dades and very colorful, at least in its lower part. 

VALLEY AND CANYON DADES 

Dades is a Moroccan river which originates in the Atlas Mountains and forms the Dades Valley. This valley, sometimes very narrow and steep-sided akin to some portions of the gorge. It is a fertile valley and several villages have settled there. There are also some curious geological formations called "Pates of monkeys." At the end of the Atlas, Dades Valley is known as the valley of roses, but it is always the Dades that flows. 

VALLEY ZIZ 

Ziz Valley, one of the most beautiful palm groves of Morocco, lies south of Er Rachidia about a hundred kilometers before joining the Sahara Desert at the foot of the Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) which houses the highest dunes of southern Morocco. 

This impressive Erg is also one of the main tourist spots in southern Morocco. To fully appreciate the magic of the desert away from the crowds is the best way to provide for a camel trek with at least one night in the desert. 

GORGES TODRA 

The Todra are next Tinghir, Morocco. They mark the entrance of Wadi Todra in the palm of Tinerhir. 

Todra Gorge is about 300m deep and very vertical walls. You can practice climbing. The vision of the hotel in the middle of the gorge is quite surprising. 

A road through the gorge along the river. Caution during floods, it may be that the road is flooded.

MOUNTAINS Atlas

Souss Massa Draa today is: 72,506 km2 or 10% of the national territory. 

The Atlantic Ocean to the west boundary, the desert and the eastern borders Algeria to the north, the Souss Massa Draa is bordered by the mountains of the Western High Atlas and the High Atlas Oriental (forming respectively Valley Souss-Massa-Draa that Dades). 

The border region is that of Marrakech Tensift - Al Haouz and south is that of Guelmin - Smara, with the Anti-Atlas as a natural border. 

HIGH ATLAS 

The High Atlas is a Moroccan mountain range southwest / northeast oriented. This channel belongs to the Atlas Mountains and more specifically, one of the three elements of the Moroccan Atlas, the other two being the Middle Atlas and Anti-Atlas. 

This is the highest in North Africa massive, sometimes called the "roof of Morocco" or the "Roof of North Africa." It forms a huge barrier of about 750 kilometers in length which defines the Sahara Morocco in the Atlantic and Mediterranean Morocco. It is the centerpiece of altimontain area of ​​Morocco - which together cover 100,200 km2. 

The central High Atlas is a massive limestone essentially morphologically dominated by tabular zones at peak 2500 meters above sea level, stretching Azilal in Ouarzazate. 

Jbel M'goun (4068 meters) is the highest peak in this part of the High Atlas. We meet a reputation for hospitality Berber population. 

ANTI-ATLAS 

The Anti-Atlas is a mountain range in southwestern Morocco, south-west and north-east some 600 km between the central High Atlas and Atlantic Sahara Tafilalet. This channel belongs to the Atlas Mountains, more specifically, one of the three elements of the Moroccan Atlas, the other two being the High Atlas and the Middle Atlas. 

It is a huge bulge of ancient rock, a little-known region, which dominates the rich oasis of the Draa and Dades. The summits will culminate between 2000 and 3300 meters, but the scenery announce the Sahara. Amazing contrast, in this chaos of rocks of a wide variety (basalt, granite (including alkali feldspar granite pink), trachyte). It is the most arid mountain in Morocco, water flows to a few places, forming valuable pools of clear water. The few villages are reduced to a handful of small houses surrounded by palm trees. 

JBEL SAGHRO 

Jbel Saghro or adrar Saghro is a mountain which rises 2,712 m above sea level. It is located less than 100 km south of the central High Atlas, overlooking the valley of the Draa and Dades, eastern Anti-Atlas. 

Lunar landscape of plateaus, peaks, canyons, forests of peaks, vast spaces. In the chaos of black rocks, few villages are reduced to a few small houses surrounded by a bunch of palm and almond trees. 

Privileged place for backpacking, where mules are loaded luggage hikers. Trekking in 4x4 are becoming more frequent and allow you to visit more territory with less fatigue. 

JBEL TOUBKAL 

In the High Atlas region of Jebel Toubkal (4,167 m) dominates the whole of North Africa. A few kilometers from Marrakech, the top of the country is also a favorite destination for hikers. Although the area is very sunny, the altitude makes the comfortable temperature for hiking, even in summer 

Several hikes, more or less difficult, available to you from the beautiful village of Imlil. Some will choose to reside in the village to explore the area during the day. Others begin hiking for several days, even weeks. They will stay in the many shelters that make up the region. For the ascent of Toubkal, at least 2 or 3 days walking round trip will be required.

M'HAMID EL GHIZLANE

Mr. Hamid El Ghizlane, formerly known Taragalte, is a Moroccan rural town in the province of Zagora in the Souss-Massa-Draa. 

Its territory, which was once a stage in the trans-Saharan trade, has become a point for excursions into the desert, including the dunes of Erg Chegaga. 

It is part of a children's home and nomadism, at an altitude of about 500 m2, an oasis with palm trees extending to the Draa, which separates the villages (or neighborhoods) of Mr. Hamid Bali (the old Hamid Me) and Mr. Hamid Jdid (the new Mr. Hamid).

SKOURA

Skoura palm grove is a 25 km, located at 40 km of Ouarzazate. This is one of the few groves of the country still inhabited and cultivated. There are approximately thirty thousand and one hundred thirty-eight thousand palm trees.

Famous for its many kasbahs amid palm trees, including that of Amerhidil shown on the old notes 50 Dirhams, Ouarzazate is the first checkpoint on the road leading to the Dades Kalaat M'gouna, Dades Gorge, boumalne and valley Toudra. This is in fact a feature of the architecture of location oasis1.

The palm has many Douars (villages), whose inhabitants live mainly from agriculture: olives, almonds, forage crops such as alfalfa, barley and other fruit trees (apple, apricot, fig, pomegranate.)

TAZENAKHT

Tazenakhte town 90km south of Ouarzazate, by going to Agadir (280km), is a major center of carpet weaving. 

tazenakhte old village 3km from city tazenakhte indicate by pink signs on the main road to méne AGDAZ.TATA.FOUMZGID. old village 93km south-west of Ouarzazate is primarily for its Glaoui and carpet Ouzgita-known rugs are original and colored with natural materials with traditional patterns woven, knotted; embroidered table takes three techniques. It is particularly interesting. 

His past is strewn on his land, engraved on the walls of his kasbah and drawn on his carpet. Formerly Taznakht mother was a link in the chain of caravan routes like Telouet Ait Ben Haddou and Taourirt. Its advantage is its strategic location between Souss and Draa Telouet. This is a crossover point and exchange. 

It was a prosperous trading through barter of different products: grains, skins, dates, pottery, jewelry, salt, sugar, tea ... The caravans coming from the Draa oasis, mountains and plains Telouet Souss flocked. These transactions were providing commercial and cultural link between Taznakht and other regions of Morocco. 

Taznakht also has its natural jewel is Mount Siroua. Kasbah Taznakht is itself an architectural landmark lighthouse. It is said that to build the earth was transported by donkey from Tamddakhte.

TINGHIR

Located in the Todra oasis, one thousand three hundred meters above sea level, between the mountain ranges of the High Atlas and the Jebel Saghro Tinerhir is a quiet and charming small town where travelers can linger to hear about life daily the Amazigh people. The main attractions in and around the city are: 

• The commercial area known as street women because they are very numerous, especially in the afternoon. 

• Former Ksar (fortified village) Tinghir, which still retains much of its adobe houses. It is commonly known as the Jewish quarter, although not Hebrew only occupied a street and a few dead ends. 

• From the old Ksar accessed directly in the field, a true paradise orchard full of life and farming. Several trails lead to other neighbors ksours happen, like that of Afanour. 

• In the Ksar Afanour, which is almost all in ruins, the great mosque and madrasah Ikelane was restored by Afanour Development Association and is now open to visitors. 

If you are Tinghir a Monday, do not miss his great weekly market, one of the largest and most colorful in the region, which are present in the different branches of local crafts. 

• On a hill in the center of Tinerhir, the Kasbah of Glaoui is in ruins, but it offers a superb view of the city and the hill oasis.Cette also an excellent viewpoint to see the sunset behind chain of the High Atlas. 

• Only 15 Km. Tinghir begin north of the famous Todra Gorge, which extend for almost twenty kilometers to the beautiful village of Tamtatoucht. 

• At 15 Km too. Tinghir, but in the direction east is the village of El Hart Iaamine, a major pottery centers in southern Morocco. 

• At 48 Km. Tinghir the road to Erfoud, Khorbat El Ksar is a beautiful object that was a rehabilitation project funded by the College of Technical Architects of Barcelona and is still largely inhabited. 

• At the same Ksar El Khorbat, the Museum of Oasis, with its 22 rooms, offers travelers the opportunity to understand all aspects of traditional life in the pre-Saharan valleys.

ZAGORA

To explore this beautiful area and much more to the south, the Sahara reveals its splendor and unparalleled beauty. On one landscape to another is discovered forests of acacia and Tamaris, Hamada virgin coated with stones blackened by the intense heat of summer, a very important wildlife, beautiful dunes invading the south through those Tinfou hamid, Erg lihoudi, Laabidlia and Bougarn ... 

The largest and vast dunes are those appointed Ch'gaga. On a larger whole virgin wilderness and out of civilization dunes cover approximately 30 km wide. These explorers camel or 4x4 recognize the generosity of this desert their offers peace, purity and holiness !! 

Draa valley is extended over a long green belt of date palms and constituting the first resource and wealth of the population Draoui fruit trees. His second economic potential is tourism offering its visitors Culture secular alive witnessed by more than 100 ancient kasbah and Ksours, Oasis and palm groves that stretch over a length of 200 km, countless historical monuments and rock engravings, religious moussems which are organized by Zawiyas ... 

Several troops folk art outlining the different ethnic groups living together in the valley such as Berbers, Africans, Arabs. 

Sand dunes of the palm is facing and Wadi Draa in the center, along which the grain and vegetable crops flourish. 

The zawiyas including that of Naciria, founded in the sixteenth century, involved the reputation of the province, as well as the library Lamegroute.

OUARZAZATE

Ouarzazate, Berber War-Zazat "silently", is a town in southern Morocco which is known as the gateway to the desert, and the capital of the province of the same name. Located at the meeting of the valleys of Wadi wadi Ouarzazate and Dades (from the High Atlas) which form the Oued Draa downstream of their confluence, is the nerve center of a vast region of southern Morocco . Ouarzazate evokes both the southern foothills of the High Atlas and the nearby desert. 

Countless kasbahs mud, mountains and arid plains, valleys and lush oases, palm groves and villages of red earth and ocher are the charm of the area and give it a tourist attraction. 

The symbol of the city is the Taourirt kasbah that belonged to the Pasha Glaoui, it would have been built in the mid eighteenth century. It is represented in the new $ 50 Dirhams. 

Founded in 1928 by the French colonial power, has long been a garrison town. Militarily it was the basis of aviation against the famous Ait Atta tribe who fought fiercely against the troops of Henri de Bournazel, (the man in the red cloak, was killed in Morocco in 1933), until 1934 when the rebel leader Assou Oubasslam surrendered to the French to prevent the massacre of entrenched in the mountains populations. 

Today the city of Ouarzazate is thriving on tourism and film plans. It is particularly one of the most sought after by filmmakers Moroccan sites. Y were well turned, partially or fully: Lawrence of Arabia, Kundun, Gladiator, Alexander the Great, Asterix and Cleopatra, The Mummy, Kingdom of heaven, Babel etc. 

Ouarzazate has an international airport and is accessible by road from Marrakech (4 hours by bus, taxi 3:30.) 

Since February 2004 a training institute for the film industry opened to Ouarzazate. 

Cinema is indeed the major activity of this province, probably because of the beauty of its landscapes. Tourism as well, so (the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou is classified World Heritage by UNESCO), not to mention agriculture, saffron and pink top.

SIDI IFNI

The city of Sidi Ifni, built only a few years, is a jewel of Art Deco that there are still many remains, more or less well preserved: the former Admiralty witness Style "ship", the cathedral (silly ay used as court) and the adjoining rectory (now library), the lighthouse, the governor's palace, the "Club Twist" and many residential homes. Sidi Mohammed Street, a broad avenue lined with palm trees with its villas with gardens with trees and flowers is reminiscent of the 1930 Cuban constructions. 

The main activity of Ifni and its harbor is fishing, capturing including sardines, sole, sea bream, meager tuna. 

The hinterland is dotted with argan trees and prickly pear cactus whose inhabitants earn their living, like the cooperative Tafyoucht for argan oil, located in the nearby village of Mesti, and Aknari cooperative for products made ​​from prickly pear, located in the nearby village of Sbouya. 

Sidi Ifni has significant assets. It is located near many attractive beaches on the shores such Legzira, Mirleft, Sidi Ouarzig or the white beach that attract surfers and lovers of summer sweetness in winter. 

The film Angel at Sea (2009) by Frederic Dumont was shot in Sidi Ifni. He won the Crystal Globe for best film at the 44th edition of the International Film Festival in Karlovy Vary (Czech Republic) as well as Best Actor for Olivier Gourmet.

MIRLEFT

The village takes its Mirleft history of the colonial period. Of relatively recent construction, it reflects the time when Morocco was divided between the French and Spanish controls. 

Nearby, a few kilometers away, the beach of "Marabout" once served as border. Besides the city of Sidi Ifni, about thirty miles south of Mirleft retains some vestiges of the Spanish presence as the "Paseo Maritimo" or public gardens still retain a flavor of Andalusia. 

Built in 1935, the military fort Tidli majestically overlooks the village. From the top of the fort you can enjoy a great view of Mirleft and sea. 

THE BEACH AND BEACH FUN 

Village Mirleft has earned a solid reputation in Morocco is praised all over the quality of its white sand beaches, its almost inaccessible coves between cliffs and ocean, or its sand dunes shaped by the desert wind. 

The bite of the sun, the crashing ocean waves, huge stretches of sand ... the tourist fond of seaside pleasures is struck by the sheer scale of the place and experiencing a violent sensation of disorientation. 

SURF 

Village Mirleft has earned a solid reputation in Morocco is praised all over the quality of its white sand beaches, its almost inaccessible coves between cliffs and ocean, or its sand dunes shaped by the desert wind. 

The bite of the sun, the crashing ocean waves, huge stretches of sand ... the tourist fond of seaside pleasures is struck by the sheer scale of the place and experiencing a violent sensation of disorientation. 

SPECIES OF FISH 

Southern Morocco is particularly fish. It is a paradise for fishermen Western accustomed to shortages in European waters. 

One of the most sought after and enjoyable to fish for its strength on the line fish is undoubtedly the Sar. 

Besides the sars, Moroccan tidal waves bring their seabream, wolves (bars), marbled, of saupes ... 

Some fish are characteristic of southern Morocco. From the cliffs, it is thus huge croaker fish weighing up to 70 kg. As for sars, there is a typical subspecies, black.

Agadir region :AGLOU

Aglou beach is a charming fishing village bathing on the Atlantic coast, just over an hour south of Agadir and Al Massira airport. Aglou is, in fact, the maritime extension of the city of Tiznit, a distance of 12 km. Aglou is the privileged place of the beautiful region of Souss-Massa Draa. It is a place where the sea meets the desert. A famous place especially for its huge sandy beaches and cliffs of the ocean. 

  

Today Aglou became a resort for nature lovers in search of a peaceful at the seaside paradise. To make your stay pleasant, small traders can bring you all everyday consumer products. In addition, daily connections by bus will carry you to the city of Tiznit. One can find all the necessary services (banks, restaurants, ...), not to mention its famous souk for these craft wonders: leather work, silver jewelery. 

SURF 

Aglou with its exceptional beaches famous for its winds and nice waves, the beach is coveted by savvy surfers. The scale and beauty of the coastline, the low density of people compared to large resorts and the ability to surf all year round, are assets that make it a paradise for surfers. 

PARAPENTE 

For all levels .The many sites offer flights coastal wind conditions for all levels. Beginners will enjoy ideal conditions to improve (training hill just above the caves): dunes, cliffs and small coastal mountains 300 vertical meters. Pilots confirmed there fill their cravings for big spaces in dynamic flight over wild beaches stretching to the horizon. An iodine flavor and infinity ... 

Peach 

In southern Morocco, the Atlantic Ocean is particularly fish. Aglou is known to attract certain types of fish such as sea bream, sea bass (bar), marbled, sar, croakers and octopus. Sar is one of the most exciting fishing to his fighting fish, and some croaker weighing up to 70 kg. 

BEACHES AND CLIFFS 

The extent of its white sand beach is one of the characteristics of Aglou. But the coast also has many almost inaccessible coves and dunes shaped by the desert wind. beautiful deserted beaches landscape reveals during ballads. Warning: The sun watches, sometimes risking sunburn. Similarly, the Atlantic Ocean requires a lot of vigilance on the part of bathers. 

CAVES 

Aglou caves are carved into the cliffs by ancient fishermen, some are equipped for a pleasant stay with family or friends a few steps from the sea.

Agadir region :TAFROUAT

Tafraout Amazigh is a small town in the Western Anti-Atlas, located 180 km south of Agadir, in the heart of the valley Ammeln, framed by a ring of mountains of pink granite famous for its colors. 

Tafraout is surrounded by a myriad of different forms of rock, rising above a grove home almond groves and olive trees. 

From its 1000 meters, it remains a true natural spectacle with its towering pink granite boulders and stunning flora. Striking beauty, this is an enchanting scene, fed 

secular traditions. 

In spring, the valley of Tafraoute is a beautiful sight when the almond trees are in bloom. "Ammeln" is the name of the Amazigh tribes inhabiting the valley of Tafraoute. They grow cereals 

and multiple fruit trees, including almond trees. Over the years, a significant portion of its population is expatriate out of the city and the region and holds across Morocco and beyond its borders shops and other commercial and financial activities. 

The nearest villages are Tafraout: Ammeln, Tahala, Aymour Ida Ousemlal, Ait Wafka, Izerbi, Agadir Izri Agni Izimmer, Anfg...

Agadir region : CHTOUKA AIT BAHA

A HERITAGE THAT LOOKS TO BE DISCOVERED 

Province Ait Baha abounds in socio-cultural and tourist potential biogeographic on which we can build integrated tourist products in a sustainable way and 

ideally suited to the national and international tourism demand. 

Among its many resources, we specifically denote the igoudars dotted amidst a rich and wild and the cultural richness of the indigenous communities who have preserved intact their values ​​and centuries-old traditions in nature. These advantages make it a destination for adventure, eco-tourism and cultural tourist amateurs. 

BUSINESS POTENTIAL 

Initiation and discovery of aboriginal activities: local crafts, pastoralism, manufacturing mats, pottery, women's cooperatives, embroidery and weaving, food .. 

Nature tourism: geology, wildlife interpretation, interpretation of flora, farmhouse ... 

Sports: hiking: hiking, horseback riding, camel, mule, mountain biking, swimming, fishing ... 

SOME HISTORIC AND CULTURAL SITES 

- Aït Baha: shopping center, souk and women's cooperative, traditional pottery. 

- Tanalt: former Koranic school, a place of pilgrimage renowned and splendid olive grove; 

- Agadir Inoumar: the largest collective attic of Western Anti-Atlas; 

- Massa: Walls of the eleventh century kasbah, legends and wadi ...; 

- Ida Ougnidif: Kasbah Tizergane thirteenth century souk, women's cooperative of slippers and basketry; 

- Targua n'Touchka: mountain oasis in which a traditional village stands near a large grove, organic farming; 

- Western Anti-Atlas foothills, geology, rock carving 

- Chtouka: fertile agricultural plain 

- Ait Milek: kasbah route, sand dunes.

Agadir region : Tiznit

Tiznit is a place of beautiful Souss, there exudes serenity and happiness of life. 

Between argan, olive and palm trees, the Tiznit region presents itself as the place of rendezvous of the sea and the desert, the meeting of the plains and the mountains. 

Retaining its authentic Berber, Tiznit suggests another facet of Morocco, a country in the plural face, with its rich regional diversity and its millenary heritage. 

The city of Tiznit, capital of the province takes its name from that of a holy woman named "Lalla Zninia" which, according to legend, is back from the North and stopped exhausted in place then desert. She lamented his past conduct with all sincerity and showed such repentance god to show him his forgiveness, brought forth at his feet a source. This resurgence was named "Ain El Kdim" by the inhabitants of the city who took the name of the legendary woman "Lalla Zninia." 

The foundation of the city dates back to Tiznit 1882 after the military expedition of Sultan Moulay Hassan I in the Souss region. The need to create this city was dictated by the desire to plant a military post to control the hinterland, particularly the marabout power Tazerwalt (Iligh) and the same deal with any European penetration from the Atlantic. 

The chosen site offers strategic advantages such as proximity to the coast (15 km) and the situation on the trade route linking Essaouira in the Sahara. Moreover Tiznit was populated by indigenous and did not require the addition of a new population. 

Like all great defenses of Morocco Tiznit enclosure was erected along the lines of fortifications Moroccan cities. Inside the city has the look of a traditional distributed according to neighborhoods whose names were taken from the original families (Id Ougfa Ait mohammed, Zkri Id, Id Dalha) tissue. The houses are also reminiscent of the traditional type and, for some homes, fine riads in Marrakech. Among the monuments that characterize the city of Tiznit found the palace of Khalifa (Qasr el Khalifi) which housed the representative of the Sultan, instead of me due and the Grand Mosque. 

The enclosure of Tiznit is a line of walls 7 km long and 8 meters high with towers 56 in number and pierced by five historic gates are: Bab Aglou, Bab el Khemis, Bab Targa, and Bab el Maader Bab Oulad Jerrar .L'ensemble of these doors is Alawite tradition and evokes emotions of those in the city of Essaouira. The materials used are used for curtain rammed earth and rubble. For door openings were used to cut stone.

Agadir region : Taroudant

Taroudant is the eleventh century the capital of a small kingdom. Annexed by the Almoravids in 1056, independent under the Almohads, it was destroyed in 1306 by the Marinids. 

It reached its peak in the sixteenth century under the influence of al-Shaikh Mohammed who made ​​it his capital and a base for their attacks against the Portuguese settled in Agadir. She became an important caravan center, famous for the abundance and quality of its goods: sugar, cotton, rice, etc. In the seventeenth century, Taroudant is under the reign of the kingdom of Tazeroualt, the region between Tiznit and Tafraoute and, as such, a prime target for military expeditions led by Alawite sultans. 

In 1687, Sultan Moulay Ismail fact massacred much of the population. As the entire region, Taroudant suffers from closing the port of Agadir. It folds up behind its walls in 1912 the rebel-El Hiba who made ​​the city the seat of his resistance against the French army until 1913 The population of Taroudant is deemed proud and rebellious. In retaliation, the city largely destroyed several times. The king would never have passed through its gates for fear of the rebellious mood of its inhabitants. Taroudant is however known for its sense of hospitality, the friendliness of its traders. 

Located at the intersection of the Souss valley and mountains of the High Atlas, the "Little Marrakech" gives an excellent overview of southern Morocco. First capital of the sixteenth century Saadian, a refuge for rebel princes, coveted by the southern tribes, Taroudant has an important place in the history of Morocco. 

Nowadays, personalities come for the rest in the shade of its stunning ocher walls. Also famous for its crafts and Berber jewelery, it attracts many tourists from Agadir (very well served by bus destination). 

To the desert, culture awaits. Step obliged trade caravans linking the Sahara to the port of Agadir, Taroudant is since the Middle Ages the destination of all frequent travelers. 

City of history and culture, Taroudant is also a city of colors. The ocher and indigo are declined with heat, to the delight of painters and photographers. Two major architectural works are a major destination of Taroudant in the Souss region: the great wall of 7.5 km and the Kasbah, located slightly away from the city. 

Walls steeped in history. What Taroudant will you remember? Past is always present, majestic palms, a rich and varied crafts? Colors, certainly ... 

Many agriculture, the production and packaging of citrus and fruit juice. The city of Taroudant, surrounded by magnificent walls of the sixteenth century, is also known for its handicrafts including Berber jewelry. 

The nearby silver mines easily supply the raw material.

Agadir region : Immouzer

Leaving Agadir in Essaouira road, turn right to go to discover the village of Aourir and be guided by the recently paved road. Initially, the path begins between the yellow limestone mountains that streak further brown edges, evidence of the great earthquakes that raised these geological layers. 

The large loop-Agadir-Immouzzer Bigoudine-Agadir, totaling 210 km. But from 35 miles out of Agadir, the scenery is already total: mountains, canyons, waterfalls, palm trees and lost in the mountain villages. Take Immouzzer route is to take the road of a generous nature and wildlife. 

After the pass of Issi is a dive to the big palm Tamzerghout greet visitors where coexist palm, banana, olive and orange trees. In this descent, throughout the course of the shops have many fossils whose very famous ammonites Imouzzer Ida Outanane. 

Before regain altitude, route engages ten kilometers along which open loopholes that lead oases, canyons, villages, springs and natural pools which are called "potholes. "

Then finally reaches the village Immouzzer, with a superb view, and where we discover the famous waterfalls that residents have dubbed "the veil of the bride." The road continues up Bigoudine, a small picturesque village and joined the national road leading to Agadir. 

DISCOVER THE FOSSIL 

There are 70 million years, when the sea covered this area. The geological rebounded over the time to make way for the mountain range, taking more than 2000 m of marine sediment deposits. He is very aware of this fact to find while hiking fossils of oysters, mussels or other shellfish of Cretaceous. 

The famous ammonites Imouzzer are shells that can reach 60 cm in diameter. They have populated the oceans of the world that is over 100 million years. 

ARGANIERS, CAROB, EUPHORES 

The argan tree endemic to the region, is omnipresent. He is accompanied by carob, wild olive trees, whose fruits are highly appreciated by nomadic goats. 

Euphorbia covering the rock slabs produce a white latex that is being studied as a basis for a household recycling into compost for agriculture. 

HONEY THYME 

The area is famous for its production of honey thyme, more fragrant. Farmers still produce the traditional way and making this product a high quality honey. 

THE RUCHERS OF Inzerki 

The oldest traditional communal apiary world, is called to Taddart Inzerki or "Taddart or Guerram." IL is located in the rural town of Argana, 80 km north of Agadir. 

The apiary today consists of 279 boxes. Production is shared by several Douars tribe and is an ancestral heritage value. 

At 1000 meters above sea level, facing south for maximum sun, the apiary Inzerki is intelligently designed and implemented. Built of adobe, the apiary since its construction was passed from one generation to another. It worked in part to the severe floods of 1990 and 1996. 

The largest traditional collective hive world is reached after an approach with a 4x4 narrow track. In fields where many herbs, connecting past and present abound, this hive was passed from one generation to another since it was built in the nineteenth century.

DESTINATION SUN

The beauty of the light facing the ocean, there is a huge beach, a white city hidden behind the dunes Agadir. Here, the sweetness is that of fine sand, the sun's caress. Here, it could be paradise all year to 3 hours from major European cities. 

There are many ways to live Agadir. 

This is the first escape, and of course the beach, lounging in a beautiful site in a clean to make you forget all your worries idyllic climate. This is also an opportunity to combine tourism and wellbeing: sports, fitness in one of the centers of thalasso Atlantic ... A stay after which you come back refreshed. 

Capital of the Souss Massa Draa Region, Agadir is a city brimming with a rich economic and cultural activity. Its coastline extends south to the southern provinces. Its hinterland penetrates to the mountains of the Anti-Atlas. Today, Agadir is the largest fishing port in Morocco. The new city combining modernity and simplicity of great parks, broad avenues, flower gardens, an elegant contemporary architecture. 

Discoveries and revelations that will bring the tour to the region, and the exploration of nature and the Berber culture are breathtaking: spectacular scenery, flora, fauna, lifestyle, architecture, crafts, meeting ... Your evasion will enrich emotions, knowledge and memories. 

Regardless of the manner in which you choose to live Agadir, you certainly take away a little each week you.

Agadir sun of Morocco

Agadir is an Amazigh word of Phoenician origin meaning "Grenier collective or fortified village." Even today, the word is present in the Souss region and designates a warehouse for all the property of the tribe. A small community of fishermen Amazigh settled on a site provided a harbor, that they create in fortified granary, hence the word "week". In the twelfth century, this fortified granary is used by the Coast tribe Ksima. 

- In the fourteenth and fifteenth century: Between 1325 and 1470, European maps show the location as the Porto Mesguinam: Port of ksima. During its history, Agadir was the subject of battles between local tribes and foreign powers. 

- In the sixteenth century, the story begins Agadir, internationally, when Portuguese João Lopes de Sequeira, moved there in 1505 His fishery and workshops build up quickly and give birth to a small village fishing. This trading post was built at the foot of "Agadir Oufla" overlooking the harbor, on an altitude of over 200 meters. 

- In 1513, isolation and insecurity grow João Lopes Segueira to divest its installation manual first king of Portugal, which enlarges the port installed a garrison and subjects the area to the Portuguese authorities. Santa Cruz de Cap de Gue (Do Cabo de Ager in Portuguese), the name due to the small church of the Portuguese city, becomes an active trading post through which pass many products in southern Morocco and Sudan frequented by European traders all nationalities. 

- In 1541 (12 March) and after a siege of six months, Ech Cheikh Mohamed, founder of the Saadian dynasty, the city released the Portuguese. Thirty years later, his son, has built the Casbah, which still dominates the ocean to prevent the return of the Portuguese. 

- During the reign of the Saadian, Agadir and its region thrive. Souss becomes the privileged realm Saadi who develop the culture of sugarcane (plant from the East) in the area of Taroudant, the capital, and Chichester. Sugar is a highly sought after commodity in trade Spaniards, French, Dutch and English are especially seeking to Agadir (as well as gold from Sudan). Agadir becomes a must caravans to Timbuktu. 

- In the eighteenth century, with the advent of the Alawite dynasty, and especially in 1760, beginning a long period of lethargy. To punish the rebellious southern tribes, the Sultan Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah transfer port activities in Mogador (Essaouira current). Agadir is now ruined and the whole Souss falls into utter anarchy. 

- In 1911, Emperor William II, King of Prussia, manifests its presence in the harbor of Agadir by sending the warship "Panther" under the pretext of protecting Agadir German citizens. The France opposes and proposes a consensus on the German rights. After lengthy negotiations, France gives up some of the Congo to Germany that no longer express imperialist interest in the Morocco. 

- In 1913, French troops occupied the week, then made ​​up of two small nuclei habitat: Founti (300 fishermen) and Kasbah (400 inhabitants). 

- Entre1928 and 1932, the town of Agadir with its 2000 inhabitants was promoted to the rank of Municipality and the first city development plan was approved. During the 30s, Agadir became a milestone for the "Aeropostale". Saint Exupéry and Mermoz J made ​​stops before crossing the Atlantic. 

- In 1960, February 29, at 23h 47, an earthquake shakes the city. 

Agadir after 1960: Current city was rebuilt 2 km further south, led by the architects Jean-François Zevaco Elie Azagury, Coldefy Pierre Claude Verdugo. Agadir has become a large city (500,000 inhabitants in 2004), with a large port with four basins: the commercial port with draft of 17 meters, triangle fishing, fishing port, marina with marina. Agadir was the first sardine port in the world in the 1980s, and has a famous beach stretching over 10 km with one of the finest seafront promenades in the world. The climate provides 340 days of sunshine a year and you can swim in all seasons; the winters are exceptionally mild and summer heat never stuffy (the summer haze there is also not rare). 

Agadir is the first tourist destination in the country, instead sometimes disputed by Marrakech, and the first fishing port in Morocco. The business is also booming with citrus exports and products in the fertile valley of Souss vegetables. 

With its white buildings, wide boulevards blooming, modern hotels, and European-style cafés, Agadir is not a typical city of traditional Morocco, but it is a modern, vibrant and active city, looking to the future . 

Agadir Bay and the Bay of neighboring Taghazout are members of the Club of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World. 

The city is served by the International Airport of Al Massira.