The Medina

The old city of Rabat is known as the Medina, an area of tight pathways and open air markets enclosed by an old city wall.  Walking in the souks, or marketplaces, of the Medina is a dive into the culture of Morocco. Unlike the marketplaces in more touristic cities like Fez, Marrakech, or Tangier, the souks of Rabat don't see quite as many Americans and Europeans. This is a good thing, because the merchants are a bit more low-key and don't employ the hard-sell tactics of other souks.  The first photo shows the gate into the Medina with clothes venders. Clothes could be purchased in some cases for less than a dollar. The other photo shows a typical market stall in the souk.