Ayourou

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Location of Ayourou in Niger

Ayourou (or Ayorou) is a town in Tillabéri department, north west Niger. It is situated 208 km north-west of the capital Niamey near the Malian border. The old town stands on an eponymous island in the River Niger. It is known for its animal market and for wildlife including hippopotamuses and birds.

Coordinates: 14.735° N 0.92° E