A trip to the Moroccan capital Rabat is a trip back in time. The city that was occupied by the Romans in the 4th century and only became independent in 1956 bears witness to its turbulent history.Rabat, which lies off the Atlantic Ocean, has about 1.2 million inhabitants. The city is home to all the embassies, which are present in Morocco. After Morocco’s secession in 1956 was the former king, Muhammad V, who chose to Rabat would be the capital.

Rabat is home to several historic attractions. The former Moroccan King Mohammed V’s mausoleum is located in the city, where his two sons, King Hassan II and Prince Abdullah, is buried. Hassan Tower is also located in Rabat.It is the minaret of a yet unfinished mosque which Sultan Yacoub al-Mansour began in 1195th

In Rabat, the whole Moroccan cuisine naturally represented. It is a matter of temperament and pocketbook, where you choose to consume its food. In Kasbah, however, a cafe with stunning sea views. And they serve a really good cup of sweet tea while enjoying the view.

Rabat has an endless variety of markets where Medinabazaren is the largest. The Committee is not as big as in other Moroccan cities, but it’s so good abso9lut dted pulling a bargain home. Just make sure you have plenty of time to negociate with sellers.

 Rebate looks its best in spring and autumn when temperatures are pleasant 20-25 degrees.