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An alley in the medina of Essaouira
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An alley in the medina of Essaouira
An alley in the medina of Essaouira.
Essaouira is a city in western Moroccan on the Atlantic coast. The Medina of Essaouira is a UNESCO World Heritage listed city, an example of a late 18th-century fortified town, as transferred to North Africa by European colonists.
The town-planning was entrusted to the Frenchman Theodore Cornut, disciple of Vauban, who gave the city its present look, building ramparts and straight, wide streets.
When entering in the old Medina, you find yourself in the midst of an animated and joyful crowd, where everybody is going about his own business. There are no motor vehicles here, everything is carried by carts sometimes drawn by mules. What fascinates visitors are the white-washed house walls, the blue doors and windows which are reminiscent of Mediterranean islands. Owing to the straight main streets, you will have no problem finding your way and even if you get lost in the numerous small lanes, sooner or later you will find a main street again... or a dead-end.
This town was the setting for several scenes of the popular Game of Thrones and as Othello version of Orson Welles
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Amaia Arozena & Gotzon Iraola
Media ID 11984684
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This stunning print captures the essence of an alley in the medina of Essaouira, a UNESCO World Heritage listed city on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. Designed by Frenchman Theodore Cornut in the late 18th century, this fortified town boasts straight, wide streets and white-washed walls adorned with blue doors and windows reminiscent of Mediterranean charm.
As you wander through the bustling streets of the old Medina, you'll be surrounded by a lively crowd going about their daily lives. With no motor vehicles in sight, carts drawn by mules transport goods through narrow lanes that lead to hidden gems waiting to be discovered.
Essaouira's unique beauty has attracted filmmakers over the years, serving as a backdrop for scenes in popular productions like Game of Thrones and Orson Welles' Othello. Whether you're exploring its main streets or getting lost in its maze-like alleys, Essaouira promises an unforgettable experience filled with history and culture.
Bring home a piece of Moroccan magic with this print that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Essaouira every time you gaze upon it. Amaia Arozena & Gotzon Iraola's artistry truly brings out the soulful allure of this enchanting city.
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