Biscuiterie
| Biscuiterie | |
|---|---|
| Commune d'arrondissement | |
 Biscuiterie location | |
| Country |
 Senegal |
| Region | Dakar Region |
| Department | Dakar Department |
| Population (2007) | |
| • Total | 56,932 |
| Time zone | GMT (UTC+0) |
Biscuiterie is a commune d'arrondissement of the city of Dakar, Senegal, part of the arrondissment of Grand Dakar. It is located in the centre-southern area of the city. As of 2007, it had a population of 56,932.
Overview
La Biscuiterie owes its name to the eponymous "Biscuiterie" (also known as "Biscuiterie de Medina", "Biscuit factory of Medina"), a former biscuit factory that has been restructured into an exhibition venue.[1] Among other art, craft, and urban culture exhibitions and events, la Biscuiterie has hosted the 2010 edition of the World Festival of Black Arts.[2]
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Coordinates: 14°42′36″N 17°26′59″W / 14.71000°N 17.44972°W
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