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Senegal
POP 13.8 MILLION
Why Go?
One of West Africa's most stable countries is definitely not dull: the capital, Dakar, is a
dizzying, street-hustler-rich introduction to the country. Perched on the tip of a peninsula,
elegance meets chaos, noise, vibrant markets and glittering nightlife while nearby Île de
Gorée and the beaches of Yoff and N'Gor tap to slow, lazy beats. In northern Senegal, the
enigmatic capital of Saint-Louis, a Unesco World Heritage Site, tempts with colonial archi-
tecture and proximity to lucious national parks. Along the Petite Côte and Cap Skiring,
wide strips of beaches beckon and the broad deltas of the Casamance River reveal hundreds
of bird species, from the gleaming wings of tiny kingfishers to the proud poise of pink
flamingos. Whether you want to mingle with the trendsetters of urban Africa or be alone
with your thoughts and the sounds of nature, you'll find your place in Senegal.
When to Go
Nov-Feb
Senegal's main tourist season is dry and cool.
Dec & Mar-Jun
When most music festivals are on, including the Saint-Louis Jazz Festiv-
al (
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).
Jul-late Sep
Rainy, humid season, but hotels reduce prices by up to 40%.
Best Places to Eat
»
Chez Agnes (
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)
»
Le Patio du Mar y Sol (
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)
