Dakar: a delight for your senses
A touch of French style in the desert.
A visit to the dynamic capital of Senegal, located on the Cape Verde peninsula, is a must. Today the city offers a wide range of activities for all tastes, but until 1848 it was the main centre of the slave trade headed for the Americas. Don't miss the moving African Renaissance Monument, dedicated...
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Bassari Country/Southeastern Senegal
Traditional peoples and stunning safaris
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Henriette Bathily Women's Museum
Yet another worthwhile Gorée Island museum.
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Ancient, artsy Toubab Dialao
South of Dakar, a very old fishing village with a
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Senegalese music in public and in shops
Some of Africa's best, and best-known music makes
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Surfing/Kitesurfing near Dakar
Some of the world's gnarliest waves, right here in
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Monument to the Senegalese Fallen
A little known episode of colonial history.
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Niokolo Koba National Park and Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary
Two tremendous troves for nature lovers.
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Saloum Delta National Park
A spectacular, wildlife-rich reserve south of Daka
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