History
The history of Agadir is relatively recent, the premises are probably around 1505, when the Portuguese settled at the base of the hill and built a fortress to protect their counter.
Chased by local tribes, they evacuate the region and almost all of Moroccan territories.
In the 17th century, the Berber dynasty of Tazeroualt gave a first boost to the city, the harbor was more or less equipped to receive trade with Europe.
In 1731 an earthquake destroyed the city and with the backing of the local potentate, the Dutch installed a counter and participated in the reconstruction.
The history of Agadir would, until 1960, oscillate between feverish activity and abandonment. The earthquake which will make several thousand victims this year will determine the fate of the city.
First fishing port, hub of export and first tourist destination in Morocco. Today, Agadir is a very modern city turned towards the future.
Geography
Agadir is located in southwest Morocco, on the Atlantic coast, 550 km south of Casablanca, 235 km west of Marrakech and 170 km from Essaouira.
The kilometers of sandy beaches and the wide contours of the coast make them, with Taghazout Bay, full members of the club of the most beautiful bays in the world.
Souss valley is a very fertile valley, thanks to a water level and an important hydraulic infrastructure, that supplies the port’s commercial activity with fruit and vegetables.
Weather
In winter, the average temperature is 16 ° without great amplitude between the day and the night. The harsh weather that can occur between November and March is generally concentrated over a few days. Depending on the year, they can be quite violent.
In summer, the average temperature is 22 ° without great amplitude between the day and the night. If the Chergui, a wind from sub-Saharan, blows, then the temperature rises to 40 °. Do not panic this scenario is rare.
Agadir benefits from a year of great weather and maximum sunshine: more than 340 days a year.