Dakar
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| Area | 83 |
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| Elevation | 22 |
| Population | 1. 056 million (2011) |
| Local time | Friday 1:41 PM |
| Weather | 23°C, Wind N at 29 km/h, 63% Humidity |
| Colleges and universities | Cheikh Anta Diop University |
| Did you know | Dakar is the most-populous city in Senegal by population (1,998,635). |
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| ID | 682962 |
About Dakar
Dakar is the capital of Senegal, in West Africa. It's an Atlantic port on the Cap-Vert peninsula. Its traditional Médina quarter is home to the Grande Mosquée, marked by a towering minaret. The Musée Théodore Monod displays cultural artifacts including clothing, drums, carvings and tools. The city's vibrant nightlife is inspired by the local mbalax music.