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Mauritania

Islamic Republic of Mauritania

CapitalNouakchott
RegionWestern Africa
CurrencyMRU
Official languagesArabic
Access to the seaYes
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Mauritania

Country guides · General reference point, not an exact location.

Chinguetti

Ouadane

Adrar

Banc d’Arguin National Park

Adrar
Mauritania · Region or area

Adrar

Adrar is a Saharan region of Mauritania whose cultural landscape includes ancient ksour linked to caravan routes. The official safety advice cited for the area recommends postponing tourist travel for now.

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Tidal flats and dunes in Banc d’Arguin National Park.
Mauritania · Region or area

Banc d’Arguin National Park

Banc d’Arguin National Park combines dunes, tidal flats, islets and shallow waters on Mauritania’s Atlantic coast. Its character lies in tides, birds and Imraguen communities, while access requires careful planning away from paved roads.

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Chinguetti
Mauritania · City or town

Chinguetti

Chinguetti is an ancient Saharan ksar linked to caravan routes between the Maghreb, the desert and lands south of it. Its historic mosque stands out in a settlement of stone, winding lanes and inner courtyards.

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Stone lanes of the ancient ksar of Ouadane beside the desert.
Mauritania · City or town

Ouadane

Ouadane is an ancient Saharan ksar connected to caravan routes between the Maghreb, the Sahara and lands south of it. Its stepped settlement shows how the town relates to the valleys and the arid surroundings.

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