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Introducing Bissau

Despite ruined monuments, cavernous potholes and regular blackouts, Bissau has its charms. The sleepy, crumbling colonial heart boasts wide, mango-shaded streets, some attractive, pastel-coloured buildings, and lively cafés where the country’s elite gather day after day. Best of all, there’s a distinct absence of crime or hustle.

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Last updated: Sep 10, 2008

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  1. osnt avatar
    Some feedback on recent GB trip

    by osnt 10 September 2011

    I just returned from one week in GB during mid August (rainy season) and wanted to share some infos with you. First of all the country…
  2. osnt avatar
    Some feedback on recent GB trip\

    by osnt 10 September 2011

    I just returned from one week in GB during mid August (rainy season) and wanted to share some infos with you. First of all the country…
  3. louiseinsenegal avatar
    Re: Transport Bissau-Bolama

    by louiseinsenegal 07 September 2011

    Nearly two years after my original post, I'm trying again to get to Bolama. Will finish work on a Thursday afternoon, and flight home…

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