Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Guinea-Bissau and Mauritania.
Senegal is one of the few countries in the world with evidence of continuous human life from the Paleolithic period to present. Between the 14th and 1 ...
Longitude: -14
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Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to Senegal:
6,753.862 km
Terrain:
Generally low, rolling, plains rising to foothills in southeast.
Natural Resources:
Fish, phosphates, iron ore.
Industries:
Agricultural and fish processing, phosphate mining, fertilizer production, petroleum refining, zircon, and gold mining, construction materials, ship construction and repair.
Population: 18,847,519
The population is concentrated in the west, with Dakar anchoring a well-defined core area; approximately 70% of the population is rural.
Area: 196,722 km2
slightly smaller than South Dakota; slightly larger than twice the size of Indiana
Westernmost country on the African continent; The Gambia is almost an enclave within Senegal.
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| fra | French |
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| XOF | West African CFA franc | Fr |
Capital City: Dakar
Local time: Thursday, December 11 at 3:39 pm (GMT)
Visiting Senegal
You're in for a treat! Senegal is a fascinating place to explore, especially from November to May. Here's what you could encounter:
- Rich cultural heritage and history
- Beautiful beaches and coastal areas
- Vibrant music and dance scenes
- Health concerns such as malaria
- Petty crime in urban areas
- Occasional political instability
- 3.6HIGH RISK
Travel is risky, prepare well and consider avoiding
- Senegalese cuisine features rice, fish, and spices.
- Popular dishes include Thieboudienne and Yassa.
- Fresh tropical fruits and local juices are widely enjoyed.
- Visit Goree Island
- Explore Dakar's vibrant markets
- Relax on the beaches of Cap Skirring
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