Bamako
Inhabited for more than 150,000 years, the area that is now Bamako has been part of the great west African empires, a French colony until independence in 1960, and it went through 24
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Bamako, capital of Mali, located on the Niger River in the southwestern part of the country. When occupied for the French in 1880 by Captain Joseph-Simon Gallieni, Bamako
Bamako is the capital of Mali and straddles the Niger River. With a population of around 2.5 million in 2020, it''s the largest city in Mali and one of the largest in West Africa.
Beyond the UNESCO wonders of its famous hinterland lie Bamako''s vibrant markets, rhythmic music, and generous people. This guide covers everything a traveler needs: when to go (dry
The city is a major port, home to Mali''s largest international airport and the Dakar-Niger Railway. Bamako is also a cultural hub, boasting multiple museums, a zoo, botanical gardens, the
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