Sightseeing in Rabat
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Despite being only the third largest city of Morocco, Rabat is the capital city. The city is a mixture of the old Medina and a new very modern town which could not be more different to each other. The most prominent presence of its modern looks is the tree lined Mohammed V boulevard with on both sides modern buildings. However, when entering the old souks, its like stepping into a different era with old buildings, mosques and many street vendors and small alleys. It is this stark contrast which makes Rabat an attractive city to visit. Just outside of the city, but within walking distance, are the ruins of the castle of Chellah. When arriving at the castle the outer walls still look intact and expectations might be high, but inside there is nothing more left than a few ruins. Although there are some buildings reasonably intact, including a minaret from an ancient mosque still standing and it is still worth a visit to see some of Rabat's past.
For a bit of fresh air it is worth heading over to the sea front and look at the Atlantic Ocean or go to the beach. One sight overlooking the ocean is the Oudaias kasbah (or Kasbah of the Udayas). Probably best described as a walled village and because it is painted in traditional blue and white colors, it is one of the most picturesque places in Morocco. Some the of the other main sights includes the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Hassan Tower which are built in Moorish architectural style. As with many other cities in Morocco, Rabat also has some old city walls with some nicely decorated gates. Rabat can be reached by trains from Marrakesh which takes just over 4 hours. |
Rabat travel photo gallery
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The Morocco photo galleries
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Decorations inside the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
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Old pillar of the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
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Minaret of a mosque against a blue sky.
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Entrance to the Sunnah mosque.
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Minaret of the Sunnah mosque.
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Entrance gate to the royal palace.
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Ancient minaret in Chellah.
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Ruins inside Chellah with the outer walls largely intact.
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Palm tree growing inside the outer walls.
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Surviving minaret in the ruins.
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Ancient defense walls of Chellah.
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The tree lined avenue Mohammed V.
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Doorway in typical design.
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Gate in the old city walls.
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The Atlantic ocean hitting the African coast.
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Waves of the Atlantic ocean arriving at the beach.
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Panoramic view of the Atlantic ocean and the coast line.
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Ancient walls of the Kasbah.
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Entrance to the Kasbah des Oudaias.
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The blue and white walls of the Kasbah des Oudaias.
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Blue and white decorations.
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Blue and white alley of Kasbah des Oudaias.
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Kasbah des Oudaias built on a hill.
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Tour Hassan, the unfinished mosque.
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Internet sites with travel information about Rabat
Suggested photo albums on Mad Planet Earth
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