Sand Castle Essaouira

One of the most beautiful coastal cities in Africa, Essaouira in Morocco is known for its windsurfing and fishing spots. The windy city has become internationally renowned for its windsurfing contests and attracts windsurfers from different corners of the world round the year. Within the ancient red walls of Essaouira lies its peculiar charm. You will be greeted by a pleasant visual of white washed and blue shuttered houses, art galleries, wood workshops, fishermen and colorful boats.

There are many tourist attractions in the city of Essaouira. Among them, the historic Sand Castle in Essaouira is a very popular one. Located about 2 km to the south from the town, the Sand Castle in Essaouira inspired Jimi Hendrix to write the song Castle in the sand. The position of this ruined castle is such that viewing it you will feel that it is melting into the sea, on a beach, on the outskirts of the town.

The charm of the Sand Castle in Essaouira is such that it is definitely worth a walk around it or a camel ride that is available here. Other places near Sand Castle that are worth a visit are the famous Essaouira Ramparts, the Skala du Port, the little museum Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah, and the ruins of Sultan's Palace.