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Gharb Chrarda Beni Hssen




Gharb Chrarda Beni Hssen is among the sixteen regions of Morocco. Located in the north-western part of Morocco, the region is spread over an area of only 8,805 square kilometers.
Though the region has a small land area, the density of population is very high. Total population in the region is around 20 lakh. Gharb Chrarda Beni Hssen has its capital at Kenitra.

Gharb Chrarda Beni Hssen in Morocco has many important cities. Some of the important cities in the region are as follows:
  • Sidi Taibi
  • Kenitra
  • Sidi Allal Tazi
  • Lalla Mimouna
  • Ouezzane
  • Mechra Bel Ksiri
  • Moulay Bousselham
  • Ain Dorij
  • Souk the Arbaa
  • Sidi Slimane
  • Zirara
  • Jorf the Melha
  • Khenichet
  • Had Kourt

Kenitra is an important province in Morocco. Formerly known as Port Lyautey, Kenitra is a vital port on the Sebou River in Morocco. The place also acted as a US naval base but was closed down in the year 1991. Due to presence of a port, the place has become an economic and trading hub in the region. Transport and communication is well-coordinated in the city with the help of railways.

Education and sports activities are an integral part of the life of the people of Gharb Chrarda Beni Hssen, Morocco. There are few universities in the region as well as some well-known sports clubs. Many renowned athletes, who have made a place in the international circuit, belong to this region in Morocco.