Rabat Attractions
Medina
Medina
Rabat’s Medina, or old city, was created by Andalucian
Muslim refugees from Badajoz in Spain, and was essentially all
there was to the city until the arrival of the French in 1912 and
the subsequent building of the Ville Nouvelle or new quarter. The
Medina is small and not as interesting or attractive as the old
city sections of Fez or Marrakech, however the foundouks
(traditional cafes) and shops make for a lively atmosphere. Souika
Street is the main artery through the Medina, where you will find
the leather sellers at the Sebbat souk (footwear bazaar). In
Consules Street shops sell curiosities, souvenirs and Moroccan
craft items such as copper and embroidery and the famed Rabat
carpets.
