Dar Nour Asilah in Asilah, North Africa, Morocco

Located 45km south of Tangier sits the sleepy fishing town of Asilah. To get to this beautiful fishing town, it only takes 30 minute by taxi from Tangier airport. The location of Asilah makes it a good base for excursions to Tangier, Chefchaouen and Tetouan, but is much more tranquil and relaxing. There are many outstanding beaches located just to the south and to the north of the town. 

Asilah compared to the hustle and bustle of Tangier, presents a tranquil alternative way to experience Morocco. Points of intreset in Asilah are the 15th century Portuguese Fort with its walls,  ramparts and canons. The old fort’s walls still surround the core of the old town (the Medina), with its houses, painted in the traditional whitewash and Mediterranean blue and turquoise. Road traffic is limited outside the town walls, and everything is easily reached on foot. Every August, the town hosts the Asilah Culural Festival, celebrating the tradition of mural painting and plastic arts. An English-speaking Moroccan assistant meets guests at the town gates and can provide any necessary information and assistance with any practical or linguistic problems.