Experience of Rabat - Morocco, by Soundous

How did you find life in Rabat? Can you recommend it? How is the city?

Very good, perfectly adaptable to all budgets. I strongly recommend it to anyone wishing to visit Morocco. The city can offer something to interest everyone, no matter what their tastes, and there are places to please everybody.

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What is the student atmosphere like in Rabat?

Very lively - you can never be bored.

What is the cost of living like in Rabat?

That varies depending on your individual lifestyle, everyone is able to live comfortably, within their means.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Rabat? Do you have any advice to give?

No, no, in fact it's very easy. There are websites and agencies to help with that. Otherwise, it is possible to ask around in the neighbourhood where you want to live - that will do the trick.

What is the food like in the city? What are your favourite dishes?

Ooooh, Maroccan cuisine has something to satisfy all tastes, without exception. Otherwise, there are plenty of international restaurants and also the fast-foods that are known all around the world.

My favourite dishes are:

Couscouswith tfaya (caramelised onion and raisins).

Seafood pastilla.

Seafood tagliatelle and white sauce.

Moroccan style roasted chicken

What places do you recommend seeing in Rabat?

I recommend visiting the Rabat Medina , Oudaya, Dhow, the Hassan Tower , Mahaj Riad and the beaches.

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And to eat in Rabat? Can you tell us your favourite places?

I often go to Agdal, you can find all sorts of restaurants and snacks there - and at Mahaj Riad too. To taste the local cuisine, go to "Dar Najy" - so far, I have found their Rfissa the best.

What places do you recommend for going out in Rabat?

That depends.

What advice would you give to future Erasmus students in Rabat

Good luck for your studies, and make the most of your time there too, it is be the best period of your life...... Rabat can promise you all of this.