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Information of Gambia

Capital : The capital city of Gambia is Banjul.

Official Language : The official language of Gambia is English. However Wolof, Fula and Mandingo are spoken in some parts of the country.

Currency : The currency of Gambia is Dalasi.

Gambia is located on the western region of Africa and its official name is the Republic of Gambia. The country got its independence from British Empire on February 18, 1965. It covers an area of 10,380 square km with a population of 1,517,000 and is considered to be one of the smallest countries of African territories. The Gambia River flows from the middle of the country and the country is divided into five divisions and one city. The economy of Gambia is based on market and majority of the inhabitants are Muslims. Christians are also present but in minor quantity.

Major Cities of Gambia

The major cities of Gambia are:

Bakau
Banjul
Brikama
Farafenni
Serekunda
Sukuta

Tourist Attractions of Gambia

The capital city of Banjul is located on an island near to the Gambia River and is one of the smallest cities of Africa. The colorful Albert Market is the main attraction in Banjul and the whole of Africa can be viewed at a glance here. In MacCarthy Square, the War Memorial and the Fountain is located which is a must see for the travelers.
Serekunda is the largest town of Gambia and is the centre of transport. The streets of this city are lined with shops, stalls and stores and hence the tourists' spent a quality time here. Another place to visit is the Abuko Nature Reserve which is small in size and reaching there is not a problem for anyone. It is a wildlife reserve with a diverse collection of animals.
Kartong is a village which is famous for its fishing experiences. The visitors can experience swimming in the lakes and there are lovely designed canoes that float on the waves. In the southern region the Hallahein River is located where bird watching is one of the important tasks.
The Wassu stone circles are worth visiting and the archeologists consider these to be burial sites which were built 1200 years ago.

Accommodation in Gambia

The top rated, five star hotels in Gambia are:
· Ngala Lodge
· Kairaba Beach Hotel
· Sunbeach Beach Hotel
· OceanBay Hotel & Resort
Some of the affordable hotels in Gambia are:
· Corinthia Atlantic Hotel
· Bird Safari Camp Hotel
· Safari Garden Hotel
· Sunset Beach Hotel
· Bungalow Beach Hotel