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This is a really cool video featuring photos
and images of Senegal that
gives a real feel of the country with photos of daily life, villages, town, countryside and the people of Senegal. The country itself has a population of some 16.74 million (2020) and is
located on the west African coast with Mauritania to its north, Mali to
its east and Guinea and Guinea-Bissau to its south. It also completely
surrounds Gambia save for its coastline and even briefly formed a confederation with
that country to form Senegambia in 1982 however seven years later this
was dissolved. Senegal describes itself
as the 'gateway to West Africa' and has an excellent all year
climate, golden beaches and a warm friendly people who adhere
to the traditional values of Kersa (respect for
others), Tegin (good manners) as well as Terranga
(hospitality).
If
visiting Senegal places of interest include the Djoudj
National Park on the north bank of the River Senegal best
known for its 400 species of birds. The park is a World Heritage site covering 60 square miles and
an estimated three million birds migrate there every year. The
park is also home to warthogs, jackals, hyenas, monkeys,
mongeese and gazelles however the ecosystem there is currently
in danger due to the encroaching desertification in the region
and introduction of a giant salvinia plant; an invasive plant
that spreads exponentially choking other plant life. Other national parks include the Bandia Nature Reserve about
40 miles from Dakar and the Niololo Koba National Park, home
to one of the largest animal reserves in West Africa with
wildlife including elephants, lions and gazelles.
No
visit to Senegal could be complete without a visit to Goree Island (article below)
that was used as a slave transport station. While on the island take in the Musee Historique which
chronicles the history of Senegal from prehistoric times and
the Musee de la Mer where you can explore the lives of those
who lived by the sea and supported themselves through fishing.
For those who like a bit of nightlife, Dakar has many
restaurants and night clubs. The video (below) explores more images of Senegal culture.
Senegal Images: Volunteer in Senegal
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Senegal Images: Goree Island
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Senegal Images: Senegal Map
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Senegal Images: Child Sponsor Senegal
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Senegal Images: Senegal Country Profile
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