Christopher A Strickland Photography
Old Azemmour Medina
A view of the old town of Azemmour (Azmir) from the top of the the ancient partly ruined Kasbah, the graceful minaret of an old mosque contrasting with the modern satellite dishes on rooftops. The kasbah was built by the Portuguese in the 1500s but the town of Azemmour(once called Azmir) has been inhabited as far back as the Romans and Phoenicians. There is a local legend connecting Azemmour to the Carthaginian army and General Hannibal when he dreamed of a Dragon coming to devour him. The story is literally woven into the history of this ancient town, as modern Zemmouri weavers often incorporate colorfully embroidered or woven dragons into fabric and garments manufactured here in Azemmour. They are very sought-after and prized for their quality and the historic heritage.
Old Azemmour Medina
A view of the old town of Azemmour (Azmir) from the top of the the ancient partly ruined Kasbah, the graceful minaret of an old mosque contrasting with the modern satellite dishes on rooftops. The kasbah was built by the Portuguese in the 1500s but the town of Azemmour(once called Azmir) has been inhabited as far back as the Romans and Phoenicians. There is a local legend connecting Azemmour to the Carthaginian army and General Hannibal when he dreamed of a Dragon coming to devour him. The story is literally woven into the history of this ancient town, as modern Zemmouri weavers often incorporate colorfully embroidered or woven dragons into fabric and garments manufactured here in Azemmour. They are very sought-after and prized for their quality and the historic heritage.