Tourism in Senegal

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Beach and cliffs at Toubab Dialo, (Petite-Côte, Senegal).
Beach and cliffs at Toubab Dialo, (Petite-Côte, Senegal).

Tourism in Senegal is a vital part of this West African nation's economy.

Tourists, mostly French and Italian, visit this former French colony for its beaches, wildlife and rich culture and history. Gorée Island, formerly a centre of the West African slave trade and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, draws many visitors. The main entrance point is Dakar-Yoff International Airport.

Gorée Island off Dakar, Senegal
Gorée Island off Dakar, Senegal

Principal cities of interest include the capital, Dakar; Saint-Louis, an old colonial town; and the Mouride holy centre of Touba.

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