Udaya Kasba is the main strength of Rabat. It is located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean and is a city within a city. The fortress was named Udaya tribe, who lived in these places before the Arabs.

Although the building was laid in 1158, its special significance it has got only half a century later. It was then to seize power Almohads led by Sultan Yaqub al-Mansur took control of the whole valley of Bou Regreg and occupied the citadel. Almohades built in Udaya Kasba gate, which can be seen today, and save the image of animals.

With the departure of the Almohad Kasbah Udaya I went into decline, and it lasted for several centuries. All this time the robbers hosted here, including the Pirates, who a long time used the fort as a defense against the fleet of the European states. At the end of the XVI century. Kasbah Udaya was again rebuilt Alawites. Their old cannons can be seen now.

The city gate - a work of art is the pre-Arab times. And behind them is a paradise: a wide variety of greens, orange gardens, narrow streets with houses built of white limestone. The main street, called Jemaah leads straight to the mosque, built in the XII century. The most favorite place for residents and visitors is a wonderful viewing platform, which offers a wonderful view of the sea.

Walking through the fortress, be sure to go to the Museum of Moroccan Arts with its rich collection of oriental treasures. On the citadel is a cozy cafe where you can relax and have a snack.

Today Kasbah Udaya - beautiful monuments of Rabat.