Asilah, Coastal cultural heritage site in Tangier-Assilah Prefecture, Morocco.
The whitewashed buildings of Asilah stand behind fortified ramparts along the Atlantic coast, 31 kilometers south of Tangier at 2 meters elevation.
Portuguese forces constructed the city fortifications in 1471, maintaining control until 1549 when they abandoned the settlement due to economic difficulties.
The International Cultural Moussem festival occurs each August, featuring music performances, art exhibitions, and workshops where artists create new murals throughout the medina.
The medina contains numerous art galleries, craft shops, and local restaurants, connected by narrow streets that lead to viewpoints along the defensive walls.
The Raisuli Palace from 1909 displays traditional Moroccan architectural elements with zellij tilework, carved stucco, and a seaside loggia terrace.
Location: Tangier-Assilah Prefecture
Inception: 1500 BCE
Elevation above the sea: 2 m
Address: Asilah, Morocco Asilah
GPS coordinates: 35.46667,-6.03333
Latest update: September 8, 2025 09:41
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