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Senegal — silhouette, capital and facts
Senegal is in Africa and its capital is Dakar. With about 17 million people and 196,722 km², it ranks 86th in area and 69th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Senegal, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Dakar
- Continent
- Africa
- Population
- about 17 million
- Area
- 196,722 km²
- Language
- French
- Currency
- CFA franc
- Flag colors
- green, yellow, red
Borders
Senegal shares a land border with 4 countries: Mali, Mauritania, Guinea, Gambia.
Fun facts about Senegal
- Lake Retba, near Dakar, has pink water caused by algae and its high salt content.
- The Dakar Rally began in 1978 as a race from Paris to the Senegalese capital, which gave the event its name.
- Gorée Island, off Dakar, is a UNESCO site and a memorial to the Atlantic slave trade.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Senegal?
The capital of Senegal is Dakar.
Which continent is Senegal in?
Senegal is in Africa.
Which countries border Senegal?
Senegal shares a land border with 4 countries: Mali, Mauritania, Guinea, Gambia.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Senegal?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Senegal is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Senegal?
Lake Retba, near Dakar, has pink water caused by algae and its high salt content. The Dakar Rally began in 1978 as a race from Paris to the Senegalese capital, which gave the event its name. Gorée Island, off Dakar, is a UNESCO site and a memorial to the Atlantic slave trade.
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