Size: 196,712 km² or 76,000 sq mi
People living there: more than 13,560,000
Capital: Dakar
UNESCO sites:
Island of Gorée, Niokolo-Koba National Park, Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Island of Saint-Louis, Stone Circles of Senegambia, Saloum Delta, Bassari Country: Bassari, Fula and Bedik Cultural Landscapes
People living there: more than 13,560,000
Capital: Dakar
UNESCO sites:
Island of Gorée, Niokolo-Koba National Park, Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Island of Saint-Louis, Stone Circles of Senegambia, Saloum Delta, Bassari Country: Bassari, Fula and Bedik Cultural Landscapes
Practical information for travel to Senegal
Currency: West African CFA franc
Power voltage and socket type(s): 230V, plug types C, D, E, and K.
Official religion(s)/Freedom of religion: Freedom of religion. 92% of the population is Muslim, followed by Christian and other traditional African religions.
Official language(s) and general knowledge of English: French is the official language but Wolof is most spoken. English is not widely spoken.
I have been telling you about my adventures in Senegal a bit. From traditional fishing with Pirogues at the coast to people living in tiny villages in the middle of nowhere. Contrasts are everywhere in Senegal, from the lonely hut in the Savannah to overcrowded
After our eventful visit of the Joal-Fadiouth fishing activities we got back into our giant truck to head for the Siné Saloum delta. Before we came to Senegal, I had been trying to plot the route to the delta with the intention to rent a car
We’re on an organized day trip. Sitting in the back of an old converted 6 x 6 Russian army truck we’re heading for the Siné Saloum Delta. But first we’ll visit Joal-Fadiouth, one of the largest artisanal fishing ports in Senegal. Guided trips are not