Oriental Rugs Glossary

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Rabat

Rabat is the capital of Morocco. The antique Rabat rugs resemble the Anatolian provenances of Kula and Yahyali. The kingdom Morocco in North West Africa is traversed by the Atlas Mountains. The High Atlas is more than 4000 m high. 40% of the population are Berbers. The carpet weavers in the cities have great abilities. The markets, resembling the Persian Bazars, are called Souks.