Agadir



The city of Agadir is one of the cities located in southern Morocco, after Casablanca and Marrakech well. The Berber name of the city means "fortified granary" and the origin of the name is uncertain. The history of Agadir began during the 16th century when the city becomes emancipated as a port. The trade is around following commodities: linen, sugar, skins or wax. With the emergence of the port of Essaouira, Agadir site gradually declines and converts commercially sardine. 


Today, the dynamism of the city relies on tourism and the coast of its resorts. A symbolic date of Moroccans living memory, that of 1960, a terrible earthquake that destroyed almost all of the city and caused 15,000 deaths. Agadir has been rebuilt 2 km further south and tripled its population since then. Modernity and dynamism became the qualifiers of this city, which contrasts with the Moroccan traditions. 





Due to its location on the coast and its beautiful beaches (10 km all the same), combined with a mild climate and mild throughout the year, Agadir quickly managed to turn what branch to grow: tourism! All inclusive holidays to Agadir are likely to be offered by tour operators: the resort has everything you need to hotel-clubs, entertainment of all kinds (gulfs, swimming, boating, etc.) and places outputs to meet the tourists in search of relaxation and idleness! Moreover, the rates of these stays peuventêtre attractive, especially in low tourist season ... 


Some historical sites can be visited, but this is clearly not the current vocation of Agadir: medinas and souks forget it n ' here is not that we taste the charms of scenic in Morocco! Agadir remains a fairly specific destination, a modern city, vibrant and alive, but also rooted in the mass tourism culture, making it leak some while others will look to Agadir for their holidays. It is a perfect destination if you want to think about nothing, you guided by the activities and leisure of your hotel and enjoy the beach and sun






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