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Dakar, Senegal

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Dakar is one of the best destinations for a beach vacation in Africa. Travel to Dakar today to experience an unforgettable trip. 

While at Dakar, visit to the Hann Park and Zoo, which contains over 130 animals, Dakar Cathedral and IFAN Museum of African Art. Another top attraction in Dakar is the Dakar Grand Mosque, which was built in 1964. You could also visit the House of Slaves, a memorial to the Atlantic slave trade on Gorée Island, 3 km off the coast of the city. Lake Retba or Lake Rose, popurlaly called pink lake of Senegal, is located less than 1h away from the capital city of Senegal and is a popular day-trip destination for dakarois and tourists. It's also a great place to visit, and if you are a fan of bird watching. 

Top things to do or to see

Fun things to do in Dakar include a visit to the Hann Park and Zoo, which contains over 130 animals, Dakar Cathedral and IFAN Museum of African Art. Another top attraction in Dakar is the Dakar Grand Mosque, which was built in 1964. For the brave-hearted tourists, Dakar presents some sweet challenges. The first no doubt is trying to hold your own against the countless troops of tradesmen vying to sell you items on the street of Dakar.  The House of Slaves is a a famous historical place in Dakar. It's a memorial to the Atlantic slave trade on Gorée Island, 3 km off the coast of the city. Lake Retba or Lake Rose located less than 1h away from the capital city of Senegal is a popular day-trip destination for dakarois and tourists. It's also a great place to visit, and if you are a fan of bird watching, Les Almadies is another great place to see seabirds. 

History Museums
House of Slaves
The House of Slaves on Goree Island in Dakar stands as a memorial to the Atlantic Slave Trade.The House of Slaves (Maison des Esclaves) and its Door of No ...
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History UNESCO Site
Gorée
Goree Island is a small island located 3 km from the Senegalese capital, Dakar. From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-trading centre on ...
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Monuments
Great Mosque of Dakar
Towering above the rooftops and dominating the skyline, the Minaret of the Great Mosque Of Dakar is ...
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Wildlife Bird Watching
Ile de la Madeleine
The Island of La Madeleine lies in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Senegal. It is the smallest ...
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Beach Surfing
Pointe des Almadies
Nestled in the north-western end of the Cap-Vert Penninsula, lies the charming and culturally rich ...
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Top Districts

Ngor
Ngor is a very peaceful place to go to relax and unwind. The Island of Ngor can only be accessed by boat, usually a pirougue, a traditional fishing boat. The ...
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Yoff
Yoff is a town part of the city of Dakar. Yoff is known for its Muslim Community Council and its fishing villages.
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Plateau
Plateau is at the historic center of the city and has such attractions like the colonial buildings. Tourists should visit places like the National Assemble of ...
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Fann
This district include Fann Hock, Fann Résidence and Sicap Fann Areas. The Sea Plaza, a large shopping mall in Dakar, is the largest of the West African sub ...
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Mermoz-Sacré Coeur
Mermoz-Sacré-Cœur is among the administrative districts in Dakar.  Visit the zoo, close to the Sacre-Coeur. The African Renaissance Monument is another ...
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Hann-Bel Air
This neighbourhood is around the Hann Bay, a crescent shaped beach that attracts many tourists to this area. Places to see around the neighbourhood include ...
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Ile de Ngor
Located off the western most border of Senegal, the Island of Ngor is a gorgeous retreat from the busier districts of Dakar. A beloved spot for sun-seekers and ...
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Ouakam-Mamelles
Part of Senegal's national capital, Dakar, Ouakam Mamelles is an ancient village that long predates the much larger city around it. In fact, its roots go back ...
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Liberté-Dieuppeul
The district Sicap-Liberté in Dakar is a commune d'arrondissement.
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Grand Yoff
Some of the places to sightsee in the town are the Grand Yoff market, the new market in Arafat and Christa Cinema and art gallery. There are basic supply ...
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Gorée
Goree Island is a small island located 3 km from the Senegalese capital, Dakar. From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-trading centre on ...
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Top hotels in Dakar

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Hotel Clair de Lune
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Auberge Via Via
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Alkimia
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Hotel Nina
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Good
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