Architectural, Cultural sights in Dakar
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Maison des Esclaves
This building is one of the last remaining 18th-century slave-trading houses on the island. Built in 1786 and renovated in 1990, it serves as a graphic reminder of that cruel commerce. There is, however, considerable debate as to the building's historical significance.
Although it's probable the dungeon was used to hold slaves, it's unlikely that this building or indeed any other on the island was used to ship considerable numbers of slaves. Still, a visit here is an evocative way to bring to life the horrors of that era.
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