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Borj El Barmil

Tourist attraction Historical landmark

👍👍 This is the second half of the tower at the port and is a circular cannon defence, and all part of the entry fee to the Squala / tower. Great views over the fish market below. Unlike a sanitised supermarket fish counter this is a working port brining fish for local consumption, these are the ones yo... People often mention fish, view,


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Essaouira, Morocco

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4.50 (72 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: (New Year's Day), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours

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  • 5/5 Andrew 6 years ago on Google
    This is the second half of the tower at the port and is a circular cannon defence, and all part of the entry fee to the Squala / tower. Great views over the fish market below. Unlike a sanitised supermarket fish counter this is a working port brining fish for local consumption, these are the ones you see on sale and the rest go straight to the freezers and cold storage for shipping. This is great spot to watch the ebb and flow in the market as people buy fish, get them cleaned by the guys who do just that for a living, and then get them grilled round the corner. It also gives a great view over the islands too.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 William 2 years ago on Google
    I love the place very nice very attractive
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Abdo A. 7 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful place, you can live the history
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nirav D. 4 years ago on Google
    A great historical site with beautiful viewpoints looking out to the Atlantic Ocean.

  • 3/5 Saumya B. 3 years ago on Google
    This is the popular place where the game of throne stuff was shot hence it has become more popular otherwise i mean it is okay. Go get yourself some pictures clicked, gaze at the ocean! Enjoy

  • 5/5 nika 4 years ago on Google
    One of the must to do. The view is amazing and you should walk towards the fish market and visit the local fisherman's and their boats. The Borj is open to public 9:00am. It is pity it is closed for sun rise and sun set. Still the view is good outside the Borj

  • 4/5 Sandy W. 5 years ago on Google
    It’s not possible to get up there, but you may walk on the beach and take a good view of it!

  • 5/5 Fatima O. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely gallery Check it out Support local art

  • 2/5 Edgar 6 years ago on Google
    This was built by the Portuguese and it was nice to see. This place is not properly maintained even though there’s a DH10 entrance fee. You don’t get a ticket or any receipts just like in any other museums in Morocco and I always wonder if they end up on the right purpose. There’s a nasty toilet inside that you also have to pay. The only good thing about this is that you can take some nice photos.

  • 5/5 Khaled C. 5 years ago on Google
    One of the best places in the city to spend your day in. Loved it and took endless photos

  • 4/5 Chandra Kanth R. 10 months ago on Google
    The view looks good from outside. I didn't go inside the fort due to the entrance fee and didn't feel like it will be a better view inside

  • 4/5 Ed G. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice area to explore. Close to fish market and a few restaurants.

  • 5/5 Imad I. 1 year ago on Google
    In the harbor you can actually get fresh fish and have a barbecue for a fair price.


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