Morocco Rabat City trip
Rabat (Arabic الرباط, transliterated ar-Rabāṭ or ar-Ribāṭ, literally Fortified Place), is the capital and third largest city of the Kingdom of Morocco with a population of approximately 650,000 (2010). It is also the capital of the Rabat-Salé-Zemmour-Zaer region.
The city is located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg. On the facing shore of the river lies Salé, Rabat's bedroom community. Together with Temara the cities account for a combined metropolitan population of 1.8 million. Silting problems have diminished the Rabat's role as a port; however, Rabat and Salé still maintain important textile, food processing and construction industries. In addition, tourism and the presence of all foreign embassies in Morocco serve to make Rabat one of the most important cities in the country. Controversy surrounds sweatshop labour by major multinational corporations in the area (see Salé).
Rabat, Morocco's Capital City - Sam's Exotic Travels of 2011
Rabat was my favorite of all Morocco cities visited. It combines many historical sites with modern buildings and train system - a clean city with friendly people. Definitely worth visiting.
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Rabat, literally Fortified Place is the capital and third largest city of the Kingdom of Morocco with a population of approximately 650,000 (2010). It is also the capital of the Rabat-Salé-Zemmour-Zaer region.
The city is located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg. On the facing shore of the river lies Salé, Rabat's bedroom community. Together with Temara the cities account for a combined metropolitan population of 1.8 million. Silting problems have diminished the Rabat's role as a port; however, Rabat and Salé still maintain important textile, food processing and construction industries. In addition, tourism and the presence of all foreign embassies in Morocco serve to make Rabat one of the most important cities in the country.
Top10 Recommended Hotels in Rabat, Morocco
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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Rabat, Morocco: 1. Sofitel Rabat Jardin Des Roses *****
2. The View Hotel *****
3. Le Diwan Rabat - MGallery by Sofitel ****
4. La Villa Mandarine
5. Dar El Kébira
6. Cantor Hotel Rabat Terminus ****
7. Hôtel La Tour Hassan *****
8. Le Pietri ***
9. Riad Kalaa
10. Euphoriad
Houses and flats for rent in Rabat
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1. BP 450 Souissi, Souissi, 10020 Rabat, Morocco, From € 202
In the heart of Rabat, this hotel sits on a luxurious site of more than 7 hectares, including 3 swimming pools and mini-golf area. It offers stylish rooms with balconies.
2. Avenue Annakhil, Hay Riad, 10100 Rabat, Morocco,
Set in Rabat, a 15-minute drive from OLM Souissi Stage of Mawazine Festival, The View Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.
3. Place De L'Unite Africaine, Hassan, 10005 Rabat, Morocco, From € 107
The Diwan is next to the Palais Royal in central Rabat, Morocco. This 4-star resort has a hammam and the gourmet restaurant serves traditional Moroccan cuisine.
4. 19, Rue Ouled Bousbaa, Souissi, 10 000 Rabat, Morocco, From € 158
Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, La Villa Mandarine offers accommodations in Rabat. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site.
5. Rue Des Consuls - 1 Impasse Belghazi, Ferran Znaki - Médina, Rabat Medina, 10000 Rabat, Morocco, From € 107
This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Dar El Kébira offers accommodations in Rabat. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.
6. 286, Avenue Mohamed V, 10000 Rabat, Morocco, From € 117
Located in Rabat, 35.4 km from Kenitra, Cantor Hotel Rabat Terminus features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has a sun terrace and views of the city, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.
7. 26, Rue Chellah., Hassan, 10000 Rabat, Morocco, From € 197
Located in Rabat city centre, this prestigious hotel is built in a typical Moorish-Andalusian style. It offers luxury air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool and a fully equipped wellness centre.
8. 4, Rue Tobrouk, Hassan, 10000 Rabat, Morocco, From € 81
Featuring free WiFi and a terrace, Le Pietri offers accommodations in Rabat. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
9. 3,5 Rue Zebdi, Rabat Medina, 37000 Rabat, Morocco, From € 99
Riad Kalaa offers pet-friendly accommodations in Rabat. The riad has a seasonal outdoor pool and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
10. 7-9 Impasse Kaïd Bargach, Rabat Medina, 10030 Rabat, Morocco, From € 143
This property is a 12-minute walk from the beach. Euphoriad is located in Rabat, just 33.8 km from Kenitra.
Rabat Morocco - Imperial city Tour
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Rabat
Rabat (Arabic الرباط; Amazigh ⵕⴱⴰⵟ, transliterated ar-Rabāṭ or ar-Ribāṭ or (Er-)Rbāṭ, literally Fortified Place; French Ville de Rabat; Spanish Ciudad de Rabat), is the capital and third largest city of the Kingdom of Morocco with a population of approximately 650,000 (2010). It is also the capital of the Rabat-Salé-Zemmour-Zaer region.
The city is located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg. On the facing shore of the river lies Salé, the city's main commuter town. Together with Temara the cities account for a combined metropolitan population of 1.8 million. Silting problems have diminished the Rabat's role as a port; however, Rabat and Salé still maintain important textile, food processing and construction industries. In addition, tourism and the presence of all foreign embassies in Morocco serve to make Rabat one of the most important cities in the country.
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Bastion des Larmes_Borj Adoumoue برج الدموع
Borj Adoumoue (Bastion des Larmes), appelé aussi Borj Sidi Benacher, fut construit en 1261 par le sultan mérinide Abu Yusuf Yaqub ben Abd al-Haqq devant le marabout Sidi Benacher (d'où son deuxième nom). En 1785, le sultan Alaouite Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdallah construit à son emplacement un nouveau borj et en fit une fortification alignée de canons en bronze et d'armements turcs. En 1884, Le sultan Moulay Hassan Ier aménagea sous cet édifice un borj au niveau du sous-sol dans les soubassements portant la skalla1. Il en fit une base d'artillerie. Le bâtiment fut d'abord appelé Borj Adoumoue car il fut bâti sur endroit évoquant un triste souvenir chez les Salétins. En 1260, 37 navires castillans mouillèrent devant Salé. Dans la mi-journée de vendredi 2 chaoual, les guerriers castillans débarquèrent et se ruèrent sur les habitants, pris au dépourvu alors qu’ils étaient occupés à célébrer la fête de l’Aid al-fitr. Les assaillants entrèrent par l'actuel emplacement du Borj. Ils y commirent un massacre effroyable au cours duquel un grand nombre de Salétins périrent. Femmes, enfants, et vieillards furent encerclés à la Grande mosquée et 3 000 d’entre eux furent capturés et emmenés comme esclaves à Séville. Ce pénible épisode dura deux semaines. Ainsi, à la suite de ce sombre épisode de l'histoire de Salé, le Sultan Yacoub Ben Abdelhaq ordonna la construction d'une imposante muraille (l'actuelle enceinte de Salé) et fit bâtir sur la plage un Bastion fortifié qu'il nomma tristement Bastion des Larmes ou Bastion des Sanglots