Asilah
Tangier
Northern Morocco

The seaside fortified town of Asilah

Written by the wayfaress

The marvelous coastal Moroccan fortified town of Asilah, reflecting its Berber name derived from Azila, which means beauty in the Amazigh language, Its history dates back to 1500 BC as Phoenicians trade base. The city of Asilah is located on the Atlantic coast distinguished by its extremely pretty and tranquil medina and gates to explore, together with plenty of clean-water swimming, surfing and relaxing on golden sandy beaches close by while enjoying the spectacular sunset views.

The marvelous coastal Moroccan fortified town of Asilah, reflecting its Berber name derived from Azila, which means beauty in the Amazigh language, Its history dates back to 1500 BC as Phoenicians trade base. The city of Asilah is located on the Atlantic coast distinguished by its extremely pretty and tranquil medina and gates to explore, together with plenty of clean-water swimming, surfing and relaxing on golden sandy beaches close by while enjoying the spectacular sunset views.