Travel Guide, Senegal

Located in the Westernmost point of Africa, Senegal is a cultural mecca for travellers wishing to catch a glimpse of musical, artistic, and literary traditions. The mix of West African cultures with a strong French influence have led to a great mixing of cultures. Unfortunately, this modern melting pot comes from the city's dark history as one of the largest slave trading ports in West Africa.

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Politics in Senegal

Although several European groups held political power in Senegal prior to their independence, ...
Health in Senegal

degree of risk: very high food or waterborne diseases: bacterial and protozoal diarrhea, ...
Climate of Senegal

tropical; hot, humid; rainy season (May to November) has strong southeast winds; dry season ...

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Fatick Region

Saint-Louis Region

Thiès Region

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Ecology and environment of Senegal

wildlife populations threatened by poaching; deforestation; overgrazing; soil erosion; ...
Economy of Senegal

In January 1994, Senegal undertook a bold and ambitious economic reform program with the ...
Politics in Senegal

Although several European groups held political power in Senegal prior to their independence, ...

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When to go: From January to April, November and December.
Population: 13,711,597 inhabitants
Area: 196,190 km²
Capital: Grand Dakar
Language(s): French (official), Wolof, Pulaar, Jola, Mandinka
Altitude (in meters): 0
Telephone code (prefix): 221
Major exports: fish, groundnuts (peanuts), petroleum products, phosphates, cotton
Major imports: food and beverages, capital goods, fuels