Rabat Introduction

Rabat, the name is derived from Arabic, and its meaning is interpreted differently. One of them says that "Rabat " means "bundling. " Why should a country s capital be named this way? It is unbelievable!

Release time : 2016-03-28 13:34:51

source : WTCF

and southern Ifni were designated as a Spanish colony. Rabat got its independence on March 2, 1956. On August 14, 1957, the country’s name is set as the kingdom of Morocco, sultan was renamed as king. In February 1961, King Mohammed V died. In March, King Hassan II ascended the throne. On July 23, 1999, King Hassan II died of illness, crown prince Sidi Mohammed ascended the throne on the same day. On July 30, he formally ascended the throne and was named Mohammed VI.

Rabat is a cultural city with a rich history. Its streets and public squares are full of masterpieces. Pay a visit to the Kasbah of the Udayas, whose grand, majestic silhouette is softened by the surrounding gardens. Not far beyond its walls lies the Chellah, a necropolis that dates to the Marinids. Entering the complex is like journeying to another world: marvel at the ancient remains as you walk through the gardens and glimpse a few storks.

Rabat is also a modern, environmentally responsible capital that takes pride in its green spaces. It is punctuated by parks, such as the Botanical Test Gardens and the Bouknadel Exotic Gardens just a few miles from the city. Rabat also has a well-developed ocean front. There are miles of improved beaches that run along the Atlantic coast all the way to the neighboring Casablanca.

The city's modern flair is also evident in its infrastructure and festivals, which guarantee a comfortable, entertaining stay in the capital. All the modern conveniences, from airports and tramways to shopping malls, cafes and restaurants, are at your fingertips. Finally, Rabat celebrates music like no other city: Mawazine, Jazz at the Chellah and other festivals fill the air with joyful sounds and rhythms from around the world!

These all add to the appeal of Rabat, where the treasures of the past coexist with the most modern and eco-friendly achievements.

Climate

Rabat belongs to subtropical area in Northwest Africa, with hot and dry summer, while winters are mild and