Top 7 Places To Visit In Safi, Morocco

Famous in Morocco and across the globe for its quality pottery made of ceramic, Safi is a city with a rich history, and also Souiria Lakdima, a summer and vacation resort as well as the beautiful shoreline located in Cap Bedouza.

A must for anyone looking to discover. The crossroads that connect both the North as well as the South of the Kingdom, Safi, the capital city of Safi offers a significant and varied tourist destination.

Seaside tourism is certainly a prominent position due to a long stretch of beautiful sandy beaches but the city that has an impressive past also has many additional tourist attractions comprised of historic sites and natural surroundings that are conducive to relaxation and exploration.

It is open towards open to the Atlantic Ocean, the city has always been a desirable place for the sharing of thoughts, products, and interactions between people in addition, it nurtures the spirit of exploration, freedom, and adventure that is so important to the people of the ocean.

Top 7 Places To Visit In Safi, Morocco:

1. The medina as well as The Souk Alley:

To appreciate and discover the charm of the ancient medina, it is a pleasure to walk to the seafront, starting from the Place of Independence and then to the Rue du Souk. Rue du Souk is the main route of the medina, which runs through the city from both sides and connects to Bab Chaaba.

The many stalls along this narrow and long street are the main source of commercial activities of the medina.

The attraction and charm of the area are substantiated due to this harmony of architecture that combines structures and buildings from different religions and cultures (Christian, Muslim, and Jewish).

2. The Sea Castle (Ksar El Bhar):

The "Sea Castle" built by the Portuguese in the 15th century, was at times the Governor's residence. It was used as a fortress in order to defend and secure the northern portion of the port that was once the city, as well as the Governor's residence. It was completely renovated in 1963.

The massive entrance is open to the place d'armes. Here you can see an assortment of older Spanish as well as Dutch cannons that point toward the ocean. Also, you will be able to take in a stunning view of the ocean as well as the port, and the medina's past from the southwest.

3. Borj Eddar the kechla:

The impressive towering walls in this citadel originate back to its time of Portuguese occupation (1508 and 1514) as evident through the coats of arms of King Emmanuel 1st that is affixed to one tower in the citadel.

A massive entrance leads to a huge platform that is lined with old cannons and a magnificent semi-circular structure from which is a magnificent view of Safi's city. Safi and its port and medina, as well as the minarets of its minaret R 'bat and the Potters' Hill.

4. The Potters' Hill:

The region is rich in rare mineral resources and with ideal climate conditions, Safi has been able to create its craft industry that has helped to build its name both internationally and nationally.

The city was its first African pottery center and the first ceramics school in Africa. Its Potters' Hill brings together master ceramicists, master weavers, and ceramists who, by virtue of their knowledge and adroitness have transformed the city into a place of preference for crafts made locally.

Safi contains raw materials like clay and fuels from nature (broom) that are used for heating the cooking ovens, and also the traditional craft.

5. The largest tagine in the world:

Safi is also famous due to the largest Tajine Sardine dumplings that were held on the 10th of July 1999 at Place Mohammed V.

A total of 200 women were involved in the making of this huge dish. This feat is documented in the Guinness Book of Records.

The tagline is 6.30 meters in diameter and 4.5 meters in height. The design was created by some of the perfect potters of the city.

6. Dar Soltan:

Dar Soltan "The House of the Sultan" is a citadel with its origins dating from the Almohad period (XIXIIIth century) It was used as a security measure for the city due to its location.

Through the years the monument has been through regular renovations and changes. In 1508-1541 the Portuguese granted it an enormous tower that was decorated with the coat of arms for Portuguese King Emmanuel 1st (currently named Borj Dar).

The location offers a stunning panorama of the city and especially of the cascade of homes in the medina. They descend to the Chateau de la Mer and the Ocean.

The monument is currently home to its National Museum of Ceramics. The Portuguese Cathedral was constructed during the time of the Portuguese in 1519 under its Emmanuelin style. When he fled his city in 1541 King Emmanuel demanded its destruction.

A vaulted chapel only and a heart were saved. In the later years, what was left of the church was converted into an open Hammam (Hammam al-Bwiba). It was in operation at the time of the turn of the century.

7. Fishing harbour:

Port of Safi is among the biggest sardine ports in Africa. For a look at the endless moving and coming of fishing vessels and boats and other vessels, walk along the port's shore.

The abundant fish-filled waters of the coastlines of the Safi region permit trawlers and fishing vessels to catch around 26,500 pounds of fish every day and can be accessed for very low prices.