Fortress Agadir - is the most famous city historic landmark. The fortress is located on a hill, so it can be seen even at the entrance to the city. Very often, the fortress is also called "Agadir on the hill."

From the ancient Kasbah, which was built in 1572 (XVI cent.) On the orders of the ruler Moulay Abdallah el Ghaliba, formed a city block. Before the Kasbah was a fortress with very small and narrow inner streets.

In 1960, in Agadir was a strong earthquake (5, 8 points behind the Richter scale) and in just 15 seconds, the city turned into ruins. At the time, died about 15 thousand. People from 40 thousand. Population. Victims and the fortress itself - an earthquake caused great damage to it. From the powerful structures, impresses with its striking fortifications, until today has reached only one long wall that surrounds the fortress of Agadir. Also survived the gates, which can be seen the inscription, which translates from Arabic as "Fear Allah and honor the king." Being inside these powerful walls of the fortress, to really feel the long-forgotten past.

In the evening, the wall and the gates are highlighted skillful decorative lighting striking beauty. Decorated with original lighting another inscription located on a hillside. In Arabic language it means: "God, Country, King".

From the observation deck, which is located on the ramparts, offers a wonderful view of the city of Agadir and its surroundings. From here you can see the surrounding area, including the beautiful valley Su, scenic mountains and beaches Anti-Atlas Agadir Bay. In the north, one can see the pointed peaks of the Atlas.