Rabat

Rabat-Salé-Kénitra

Capital of the Kingdom, City of Light

Administrative capital of Morocco, Rabat is an imperial city with UNESCO heritage. Modern and green, it combines political prestige, refined culture, and exceptional quality of life.

4.9 million

Population

18,194 km²

Area

269 inhabitants/km²

Density

15% of national GDP

GDP

Rabat

Capital

Temperate oceanic

Climate

Histoire

Founded in the 12th century by the Almohads, Rabat was long overshadowed by Fez and Marrakech. The French protectorate made it the administrative capital in 1912. Today, it houses the Royal Palace and government institutions.

Géographie

The region stretches from the mouth of the Bouregreg to the Maâmora forest, the largest cork oak forest in the world. The Atlantic coast offers pristine beaches, while the hinterland is dedicated to agriculture.

Economy & Key Sectors

Les moteurs économiques de la région Rabat-Salé-Kénitra

Administration

Ministries, embassies, royal institutions

Automotive

Renault-Nissan plant in Kenitra (500,000 vehicles/year)

Tech & Innovation

Technopolis, startups, R&D

Agriculture

Gharb plain, citrus fruits, market gardening

Key Figures

165 billion MAD

Regional GDP

200,000+

Civil servants

500,000 veh/year

Renault plant

1.2M

Tourists/year

Tourism & Discoveries

Rabat, UNESCO-listed since 2012, offers a journey through Moroccan history. From the Kasbah of the Oudayas to the exotic gardens, the capital charms with its elegance and serenity.