Dakar - the capital of Senegal
The beautiful capital of Senegal is especially revered by men who love wild speeds, as one of the world's most famous rallies starts in refined Paris, passes through sands and deserts, and ends in Dakar. But this city is also interesting for other categories of tourists who come here to relax on the beaches, wander around the old center, visit the main Senegalese museums.
Beaches in Dakar
The capital of Senegal differs from most of the main cities of the planet in that it offers, in addition to all other types of leisure, another one - the beach. Les Almadi is the best resort in the country, it is located just twenty kilometers from the capital. Both locals and numerous tourists love to relax here..
A little closer to the city, you can also find places to get a beautiful tan and take sea baths. Picturesque islands with mysterious-sounding names - Yoff, La Madeleine, Ngor - offer excellent vacation spots. The laziest ones stay in the city, since the local Bel Air beach is no worse than its own «colleagues».
Dakar landmarks
Acquaintance with the masterpieces of local architecture can take more than one day, especially if you find a knowledgeable guide who will tell you more than a dozen interesting facts and myths. The main objects of this trip: the Presidential Palace; Grande Mosque; IFAN Museum dedicated to the various art forms of the Black Continent.
In the photo of almost every second tourist, there is an image of the most beautiful snow-white palace in which the head of the country lives. For this amazing architectural structure, the appropriate entourage was also chosen - the palace is located on the ocean shore, and therefore the contrast of azure waves and blue sky further emphasizes the whiteness of the walls.
Grande Mosque - the name translates as «Big mosque», and this is truly the most grandiose religious building in Dakar. Unfortunately, most of the tourists from Europe will not be able to get inside, since only Muslims are allowed access. But the building looks amazing from the outside..
There is another amazing place in the vicinity of the capital of Senegal - this is Lake Retba. Its main feature is the pink color of the water. This is a natural reservoir, a person has nothing to do with the appearance of such a shade. But cyanobacteria, which live here in huge numbers, turn an ordinary lake into a magical one, attracting millions of tourists..
