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Rabat
"A cultural gem, with all the conveniences of modernity. . .."
 

The following is a documentary about Rabat created by two Qalam wa Lawh allumni, Clay Chaszeyka and Thorsten Hellwig.

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From its towering city walls to its breath-taking Atlantic coastline, the Moroccan capital of Rabat will enchant and inspire you.  

In Rabat, centuries collide. 

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Its history dates back to pre-Roman times, when the settlement of Chellah was established at the mouth of the Bou regreg river in the third century BCE. The fortress there and its sister fortress the Kasbah of the Oudayas are fantastic reminders of Rabat's grand past.

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Rabat became Morocco's capital in 1912 and since then it has continued to prosper into the modern, dynamic city it is today. Rabat is a 21st century city, with all the conveniences and entertainment you can expect. And Qalam Center is very much an oasis in the city. This beautiful villa, with its bright and spacious classrooms is really the ideal place for students to relax and learn.

Throughout the city, our students will come across architectural marvels centuries old. They'll be able to explore marketplaces established in medieval times and visit Museums, Palaces and Mosques. They have a unique opportunity to glimpse the reality and gain insight into one of the most misunderstood cultures in the world.

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With its mild climate, friendly populace, and safe streets, Rabat is truly the ideal place for a foreigner to study in Morocco.  There is much to explore within the city.  And also a lot of natural beauty to be found. 

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Rabat's central locatation puts it within easy reach of other fascinating destinations like Casablanca, Meknes, Fes, Tangier, and Marrakech.  Each of these cities is just a short train-ride away from tranquil Rabat.

 


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