Rabat
North Africa, Morocco
Morocco
People from Rabat are called:
Male/General:
Rabati
Pronunciation:
/rəˈbɑːti/
Etymology & Origin
From Arabic 'Ribāṭ al-Fatḥ', meaning 'fortress of victory', named after a fortified monastery.
About Rabat
- Capital city of Morocco and seat of the Moroccan government.
- Historic imperial city located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the Bou Regreg river.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its medina and Hassan Tower.
- Political and administrative center with numerous embassies and government buildings.
- Important cultural center with the Mohammed V University and Royal Institute.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 577,827 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Morocco
- Region:
- North Africa