Rabat, founded in the 12th century by the Almohads, has been Morocco’ s administrative capital since 1912. Its history dates back to the Almohad dynasty, who built the famous Tour Hassan and the ancient necropolis of Chellah. The city also played an important role under the Marinids and Alawites.
Rabat is both a modern city and one rooted in its historical heritage. The city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site , and the city boasts extensive gardens. Rabat is also home to the Mohammed V Mausoleum, a landmark of Moroccan modernity.
Its role as a political and diplomatic capital makes it a key city for understanding Morocco’s contemporary history.
Rabat, between history and modernity, is a pillar of the Moroccan nation and its future.
