An emerging cultural metropolis, Rabat is among the “extraordinary destinations” of the world to explore in 2023, according to the prestigious American magazine, Time.
For the publication, the capital of Morocco is one of the 50 extraordinary destinations to discover this year, especially since the artistic and cultural revival that the city is experiencing is breathing new life into it.
Among the innumerable assets that Rabat abounds in, the media cites the Mohammed VI tower, stressing that this building, LEED-Gold and HQE certified, is the highest tower in Africa, offering luxury accommodation and a panoramic terrace at around 250 meters.
In its latest issue, Time also mentions the Grand Théâtre de Rabat, a multifunctional cultural venue, which is becoming the largest theater in the Arab world and in Africa.
The theater will host ballet, opera, symphony and philharmonic performances, the magazine notes, noting that the innovative building, shaped like an undulating wave, is composed of a crystal-clear geometric auditorium designed by renowned Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid. .
The American media reports that during the current year, the city will host Visa for Music, an annual festival dedicated to emerging artists from Africa and the Middle East, in addition to the International Festival of auteur cinema with the poster 18 movies.
During their trip to Rabat, visitors can stay in refined Moorish-style rooms at the Rabat Marriott Hotel near the National Library of the Kingdom of Morocco, or at the new Fairmont La Marina Rabat Salé, says Time Magazine.
Explaining the motivations and the approach adopted to choose the most prominent places this year, the major American media notes that “the travel industry is back in full swing in 2023, but not without notable changes in the way and where we are going”.
“Higher costs and an increased interest in sustainability and authenticity are reshaping the landscape. To compile this list of the world’s most extraordinary destinations, the best places to visit this year, TIME solicited nominations of places from our international network of correspondents and contributors, with a focus on those that offer new and exciting experiences. , say the authors of the ranking.
