Introducing Banjul
It’s hard to imagine a more unlikely, more consistently ignored capital city than the tiny seaport of Banjul. Yet despite the shadow of neglect that haunts its sand-blown streets, Banjul is truly worth a visit. Its colourful markets and hectic harbour show urban Africa at its busy best, while the old museum and fading colonial structures are imbued with a sense of history that The Gambia’s plush seaside resorts lack.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Backpacking Across 15 countries in W. Africa.
by anillos_de_saturno 06 September 2011
Dakar is the best departure point to Cape Verde from mainland West Africa. [Senegal Airlines|www.senegalairlines.aero/] and TACV have…
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RE: Backpacking Across 15 countries in W. Africa.
by Kira 06 September 2011
There are flights to Cap Verde from Dakar, not sure about Banjul though, never been there - on my list of 'to-do's' to see the outlying…
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RE: Backpacking Across 15 countries in W. Africa.
by muntaka 06 September 2011
Thanks a lot guys. Kira, I suppose you have traveled across W. Africa. Do you have any info as to how to get to the Cape Verde Islands…
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