Rabat, population 787,745 (1994), is the capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. The city is located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the Bou Regreg estuary. Unfortunately, silting problems have diminished the city's role as a port, but it maintains an important textile industry.
There have been settlements on the site since ancient times. It became a Muslim fortress circa 700. Prior to Moroccan independence in 1956, Rabat was capital of the French protectorate of Morocco.
Muhammad V University is located in the city.
External links
rabatcit (http://www.rabatcity.tk) for more informations
An hotel of considerable elegance situated on the outer ring road of Rabat overlooking the ancient city walls and the Royal Palace.
Hilton Rabat has 27 Suites, including the exclusive Penthouse and the luxurious Presidential, Ambassador and Executive Suites, all of which offer numerous VIP amenities, king-size beds and spacious separate seating areas.
The foyer situated in front of the Ballroom is ideal for exhibitions, cocktails.