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- 6 things to do in Dakar
6 things to do in Dakar
The Senegalese capital is a riot of colour, sound and smells and rich of activities. Here are 6 things to do in Dakar:1- Catch some consistent waves
Dakar has long been a secret-surfer’s paradise. Infact, It catches swells from north and south means locals and visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to riding the waves. With around 15 distinct locations within a 30-minute radius of each other, there is a spot for every ability level!
2- Go to Ngor Island
The island seems a world away from the mainland. Home to just 100 permanent residents, the tiny island plays host to an infinity of small beaches and local eateries. Head over for the day, soak up the sun, cool off in the clear water and eat some fresh fish on the beach.
3- Visit Lac Rose
Lake Retba, known almost universally as Lac Rose, is Senegal’s very own Dead Sea. Situated 29 kilometres north-east of Dakar, this shallow lake is so named because its remarkably high salt content turns the water varying shades of pink!
4- Enjoy the view from the African Renaissance Monument
Dakar’s Mamelles are two hills on the city’s western peninsula. On one there's the tallest statue in Africa. At 49 metres, the African Renaissance Monument is taller than the Statue of Liberty, and makes the perfect spot to have a great view of the ocean. Walk up on a cloudless day to get views across the Cap-Vert Peninsula.5- Visit Ile Gorée
Ile Gorée is often cited as the number one thing to see in Dakar, and it’s not hard to see why. Lying two kilometres off Dakar’s south coast, the island is a UNESCO world heritage site. With a population of around 1,500 living in pastel-coloured houses on tranquil cobbled streets, Ile Gorée is really a feast for the eyes.
6- Enjoy African art
Dakar is a thriving hub for African art, and every two years hosts the oldest and largest contemporary arts show in Africa: the Dakar Biennale. For a whole month, venues across the city showcase some of the best of Senegalese and African art. Dakar is also rife with museums and abstract galleries, such as the IFAN Museum of African Arts and Galerie Arte in the downtown Plateau area or the Village des Arts, a creative space for artists to both work on and exhibit their craft to the public.
Find now your flight to Dakar with Jetcost and enjoy these and many other activities in the Senegalese capital!
Find now your flight to Dakar with Jetcost and enjoy these and many other activities in the Senegalese capital!
Senegal’s capital, Dakar, is the westernmost city of Africa. Almost entirely enclosed by the Atlantic, Dakar has evolved into a modern city filled with a range of attractions and cultural sites!
