last edited Dec 11, 2019
Overview of Nouakchott
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Nouakchott
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Overview of Nouakchott
A relatively new and chaotically planned city, it is also the capital of Mauritania. For tourists, it is primarily a transit point or a base for exploring other parts of the country. Nouakchott has a few beaches nearby.
Key Facts
- Type of place: large city.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location:
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 958,399 inhabitants (2013).
- Area: 1,000 km².
- Altitude: 7 m.
History of Nouakchott
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Useful Addresses
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Services
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- Post office: