Ultratravel : Destinations : Africa : Senegal : Overview

- Dakar
- St-Louis

View of port in Dakar, Senegal's capital city

© David Else
Lone man riding buggy in St Louis, northern Senegal

© Ariadne Van Zandbergen
Big piece of rust on beach near Kafountine, Casamance

© David Else

Senegal: Overview

Tropical Senegal is lauded for beauties both natural and urbane. With its suave capital, Dakar - many travellers' favourite amongst the larger African cities - and its entourage of internationally known musicians, Senegal brings in more visitors than any other country in the region.

FAST FACTS

Full name

Republic of Senegal

Currency

CFA Franc BCEAO, XOF (CFA)

Population

11987000

Languages

Mandinka (other)
Tukulor (other)
Fula (other)
Diola (other)
Serer (other)
Wolof (official)
French (official)

Time zone(s)

GMT/UTC: 0

Voltage

230V

Hertz

50Hz

Plugs

South African/Indian-style plug with two circular metal pins above a large circular grounding pin
European plug with two circular metal pins

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