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What to do and What to see in Senegal
The Dakar Biennale (Dak’Art): Showcase of Contemporary African Art
The Saint-Louis International Jazz Festival: A Must-Attend Musical Event
The African Renaissance Monument: Pride and Symbol of Dakar
Gorée Island: Memory and World Heritage off the Coast of Dakar
Lake Rose (Lake Retba): a natural wonder at the gates of Dakar
The Sine-Saloum Delta: between mangroves, islands, and Serer traditions
The Madeleine Islands: National Park Off the Coast of Dakar
Fathala Reserve: a full-scale safari in Senegal
Bandia Park: safari in the heart of the Petite Côte
The Mosque of Divinity: Spirituality and Architecture Facing the Ocean
The Mamelles Lighthouse: Panorama and History of Dakar
Dakar’s Iconic Markets: Immersion into the Soul of the Capital
The House of Slaves on Gorée Island: A Universal Memory in Senegal
The Great Mosque of Dakar: Spirituality and Cultural Heritage
The Museum of Black Civilizations: Heritage and Modernity in Dakar
The Théodore Monod Museum of African Art: Heritage Treasure of Dakar
Ideal Itinerary : 3 Days in Dakar
The Dakar region, the beating heart of Senegal
From fishing village to seaside resort
Before its tourist boom, Saly was a peaceful Sérère village, where life revolved around fishing, agriculture, and craftsmanship. The place name “Portudal” comes from an old Portuguese trading post, “Porto de Ale,” which left its mark on the town’s history as early as the 16th century. The opening of the seaside resort in 1984 transformed daily life, attracting hotels, residences, shops, sports facilities, and restaurants. Despite these profound changes, Saly remains rooted in its traditions: daily returns…