Michael Breitung Photography

MICHAEL BREITUNG PHOTOGRAPHY

Narrow cobblestone alleyway in Essaouira, Morocco, with arched passageways, old weathered buildings, and a person in a red patterned cloak walking in the distance.

Narrow cobblestone alleyway in Essaouira, Morocco, with arched passageways, old weathered buildings, and a person in a red patterned cloak walking in the distance.

Narrow sunlit alley in Essaouira, Morocco, with aged walls, blue window shutters, and a young boy standing at a doorway in the shadows.

Narrow sunlit alley in Essaouira, Morocco, with aged walls, blue window shutters, and a young boy standing at a doorway in the shadows.

Person riding a bicycle through a narrow, sunlit alley with old, weathered buildings and stacked bags along the wall in Essaouira, Morocco.

Person riding a bicycle through a narrow, sunlit alley with old, weathered buildings and stacked bags along the wall in Essaouira, Morocco.

Narrow street market in Essaouira, Morocco with traditional clothing hanging, a person shopping in shadow, and sunlight streaming through an archway.

Narrow street market in Essaouira, Morocco with traditional clothing hanging, a person shopping in shadow, and sunlight streaming through an archway.

Narrow cobblestone alley in Essaouira, Morocco lined with vintage shops, traditional lanterns, carpets, and handicrafts, with a person walking in the distance.

Narrow cobblestone alley in Essaouira, Morocco lined with vintage shops, traditional lanterns, carpets, and handicrafts, with a person walking in the distance.

Person in traditional clothing walking down a narrow cobblestone alleyway in Essaouira, Morocco, with sunlight streaming in from above.

Person in traditional clothing walking down a narrow cobblestone alleyway in Essaouira, Morocco, with sunlight streaming in from above.

Small shop stall with a man standing behind a counter, displaying jars of sweets, chocolate bars, packs of eggs, and traditional Moroccan bread.

Small shop stall with a man standing behind a counter, displaying jars of sweets, chocolate bars, packs of eggs, and traditional Moroccan bread.

Moroccan tailor working with a sewing machine in a small, yellow-walled workshop in Essaouira.

Moroccan tailor working with a sewing machine in a small, yellow-walled workshop in Essaouira.

Fisherman cleaning fish at the Essaouira port, with crates of seafood, a seagull, and historic city walls in the background.

Fisherman cleaning fish at the Essaouira port, with crates of seafood, a seagull, and historic city walls in the background.

Close-up of a calico cat with green eyes sitting on a weathered blue wooden surface in Essaouira, Morocco.

Close-up of a calico cat with green eyes sitting on a weathered blue wooden surface in Essaouira, Morocco.

Fluffy grey-brown cat sitting on a sunlit stone street in Essaouira, Morocco, with old stone walls and market stalls in the background.

Fluffy grey-brown cat sitting on a sunlit stone street in Essaouira, Morocco, with old stone walls and market stalls in the background.

Two people stand in a narrow, rainy alley in Essaouira with blue-painted walls.

Two people stand in a narrow, rainy alley in Essaouira with blue-painted walls.

View of Essaouira's old city walls and white buildings along the rocky Atlantic coastline with waves crashing, seabirds flying, and blue sky above.

View of Essaouira's old city walls and white buildings along the rocky Atlantic coastline with waves crashing, seabirds flying, and blue sky above.

Essaouira city wall and white buildings overlooking rocky Atlantic coastline at dusk, dramatic sky in background.

Essaouira city wall and white buildings overlooking rocky Atlantic coastline at dusk, dramatic sky in background.

Narrow cobblestone alleyway in Essaouira, Morocco, with arched passageways, old weathered buildings, and a person in a red patterned cloak walking in the distance. Narrow sunlit alley in Essaouira, Morocco, with aged walls, blue window shutters, and a young boy standing at a doorway in the shadows. Person riding a bicycle through a narrow, sunlit alley with old, weathered buildings and stacked bags along the wall in Essaouira, Morocco. Narrow street market in Essaouira, Morocco with traditional clothing hanging, a person shopping in shadow, and sunlight streaming through an archway. Narrow cobblestone alley in Essaouira, Morocco lined with vintage shops, traditional lanterns, carpets, and handicrafts, with a person walking in the distance. Person in traditional clothing walking down a narrow cobblestone alleyway in Essaouira, Morocco, with sunlight streaming in from above. Small shop stall with a man standing behind a counter, displaying jars of sweets, chocolate bars, packs of eggs, and traditional Moroccan bread. Moroccan tailor working with a sewing machine in a small, yellow-walled workshop in Essaouira. Fisherman cleaning fish at the Essaouira port, with crates of seafood, a seagull, and historic city walls in the background. Close-up of a calico cat with green eyes sitting on a weathered blue wooden surface in Essaouira, Morocco. Fluffy grey-brown cat sitting on a sunlit stone street in Essaouira, Morocco, with old stone walls and market stalls in the background. Two people stand in a narrow, rainy alley in Essaouira with blue-painted walls. View of Essaouira's old city walls and white buildings along the rocky Atlantic coastline with waves crashing, seabirds flying, and blue sky above. Essaouira city wall and white buildings overlooking rocky Atlantic coastline at dusk, dramatic sky in background.

Morocco - Essaouira

Gallery Info

Essaouira is often referred to as the 'Wind City of Africa' due to its strong coastal winds. I've now visited this charming seaside town several times, during two of which I could experience those windy conditions. Those make for great photography opportunities, especially when capturing the ramparts during sunset with the waves crashing on the rocky shore.

But Essaouira is not only about dramatic coastal scenes. The medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a labyrinth of narrow streets filled with vibrant markets, historic architecture, and lively street scenes. The blend of Moroccan, Portuguese, and French influences is evident in the town's architecture and culture. They create a unique atmosphere, making Essaouira an excellent place for street photography.

In this gallery, you'll find a selection of my favorite photographs from Essaouira, showcasing both its coastal beauty and the vibrant life within its medina.

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