Rabat
Capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. Imperial and discreet city that lives with calm and refinement its historical side and administrative centre of the country. It houses the residence of the King, the seat of the Government and the location of more than a hundred Foreign Embassies. It treasures an artistic heritage of great interest and importance, fruit of the different cultures that have passed through this quiet coastal city.The city wall is guarded by 5 monumental stone gates of great interest, but it also has a list of fascinating places in the historic centre declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2012.
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Torre Hassan
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
Kasbah of the Oudaias
Chella Metropolis
Built in the 1st century by the Romans, where today is the Port of Chella, after their departure the Berbers built an independent state. The set of these ruins is currently inhabited by thousands of storks and all kinds of birds surrounded by extensive vegetation.
Dar Al-Makhzen
Surrounded by an impassable wall, it has large, lush gardens that adorn the complex, which dates back to 1864. Its location sits on the ruins of the old Royal Palace from the 18th century.
Today it is the King’s main residence and you can see the exquisite doors and Moroccan craftsmanship on the exterior. Given the official and personal nature of this building, visits are not permitted, although it is highly recommended to admire its exterior.
- Area:
- 1,572 km²
- Elevation:
- 1.622.860 m
- Population:
- 8.136 million (2011)
- Language:
- Arabic and Amazigh are official languages, French is the administrative language and others such as English and Spanish are quite widespread.
- Currency:
- The Dirham, which is divided into 100 cents. Approximately 10.84Dh = 1€. Exchange offices and ATMs are available, and card payment is also possible in cities.
