subject: Places to Visit in Mauritania [print this page] Sand, sea and history; it is these that are the things that you will see in the country of Mauritania. Located in North Africa, this land is a mesh of sand dunes, canyons, plateaus, oases and a lengthy coastline facing the Atlantic Ocean. The coastline of Mauritania is almost entirely untouched by civilization. Extended stretches of coastline can be observed with no as single resort in sight. If you're a traveler looking for spots with fewer crowds, this is a great area to become tranquil.
The capital Nouakchott has developed quite quickly over the years. From a small fishing village, this place now has hotels and places to stay where by people can relax and savor a new seafood buffet. Grab a couple of field glasses and head on to Banc d'Arguin which is called one of the greatest bird-watching spots in the world. If you are an adventurer, ride a camel to travel through the surreal landscapes to travel to the town of Oudane, an oasis town with good architecture, or acquire a balloon ride in Adrar to carry within the magnificent view of Mauritania's natural wonders and cultural websites. Mauritania is jam-packed with a rich background of ancient civilizations and settlements. Visit the city of Chinguetti, founded from the 13th century that is identified for its rare architecture, exotic scenery and historic libraries.
The people of Mauritania are traditionally nomadic and have continued to survive on cattle and sheep rearing. These men and women are of Black inheritance and mixed with Moor descent which derives from Arab and Berber origins. Additional than 90 percent of their population lives inside southern aspect of Mauritania.
Pay a visit to Mauritania from November to March when the temperature ranges average close to the 20s. Even though in general dry, rainy season is from July to September. One should never forget that it gets very cool in the evening from the desert.
Mauritania is one of the safest locations in Africa. The sole exception is a number of landmines which can be buried inside the Mauritanian border in the Western Sahara.
