MarrakechSafi

Marrakech-Safi is one of the 12 administrative regions of Morocco, located in the central-western part of the country. It covers coastal Atlantic areas and inland highlands, with its regional capital in Marrakech.

It is subdivided into eight administrative units: Marrakech Prefecture, and the provinces of Al Haouz, Chichaoua, Essaouira, El Kelâa des Sraghna, Rehamna, Safi, and Youssoufia.

The region features a varied geography that includes the Atlantic coast around Essaouira and Safi, as well as mountain and plateau areas inland. The economy is diverse, led by tourism in Marrakech and Essaouira, agriculture (including citrus and olives), fishing along the coast, and mining and industry centered on Safi and surrounding areas.

Among its notable cultural assets are the historic medina of Marrakech, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the port town of Essaouira, also recognized for its historic fortifications. The region is known for its argan trees and traditional crafts.

Marrakech-Safi was created during Morocco's regionalization reform and began operating as an autonomous region in the mid-2010s. The population is diverse, with Arabic-speaking and Amazigh communities and a mix of urban and rural settlements.