Saturday, March 13, 2010

Rabat, Morocco

I didn't visit all the imperial cities of Morocco (I skipped Meknes), but from my readings, it appears that Rabat is the least popular. However, Rabat's charm I feel, is exactly that - a less touristy city for a more relaxing and less harassed stay.



The highlight in Rabat for me, is the Kasbah des Oudaias. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the kasbah is a delightful place to walk around in. The streets and the residential houses in there are all painted white and blue, and really pictureque. And as you reach the kasbah walls on the coast, the views over the Atlantic Ocean and the city of Sale are amazing! While there are quite a lot of people, most of them are actually locals enjoying the sun, air and the beaches. It was good talking to them, and knowing that they have nothing to sell to you ;). The 2 days that I was in Rabat, I came back each day to enjoy the sunset on the beaches... (as well as some photography)







The medina in Rabat was also enjoyable for me. It was unpretentious and walking in it, I saw daily life as it is, though I didn't really realise it then. Rabat was my first stop, and so I have not experienced what the medina was like in Fez and Marrakech. So, I'm glad I spent 2 days in Rabat, though sadly, most of my photos of Rabat was lost due to a harddisk crash during my trip. Ah well, at least the memories are still there....

5 comments:

Mark Benson said...

Morocco is the place for you to visit for spending a splendid holiday in Africa. Find a cheap flight to Rabat and get the feel of some beautiful sceneries and the charming attractions of Morocco.

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Morocco is no doubt a beautiful place and it is the wish of everyone to visit this place. I will surely perform it when I will free from my Umrah 2019.

Ady Grewal said...

No doubt Morrocco is such a pretty destination. I have to visit Islamic travel office Manchester to plan for Umrah and would plan for this place as well after my Umrah.

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Hajj Umrah Agents UK said...

Rabat, Morocco - what a gem! As someone focused on low-price Umrah Packages, exploring destinations like Rabat offers a refreshing perspective. Can't wait to immerse myself in its beauty and culture. Thanks for the insight!