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Gambia with its capital Banjul is located in Africa. It covers an area of approximately 11.300 square kilmoters. Roughly 1.593.256 people live in Gambia. English (en-GM), (mnk), (wof), Wolof (wo) and Fulah (ff) are spoken here. When looking for domains, their top-level-domain is .gm. Dial +220 to reach a number in Gambia. The currency in Gambia is Dalasi.
Info about Gambia
Like a long splinter inserted into the side of Africa, just at the bulge, The Gambia is a low, narrow strip of a country that stretches inland from the beautiful West African coast, following the course of the majestic River Gambia. It may be the smallest country in Africa, sandwiched between north and south Senegal, but it is fast becoming noticed by the British package tour trade as a very acceptable alternative to the crowded resorts of Europe.
The Gambia's 'discovery' as a tourist destination was aided by the best-selling book, turned television series, 'Roots' by Alex Hayley, detailing the life of his grandfather, allegedly captured in the country and transported to America as a slave.
The capital of The Gambia, Banjul, stands on the south side of the magnificent river estuary, a worthy commercial center that for tourists is little more than the gateway to the hotels spread along the 25 miles (40km) of beautiful sandy coastline. These palm-fringed Atlantic-washed beaches have been dubbed 'the smiling coast', as much for their tropical splendour as for the friendliness of the local people, who welcome visitors whole-heartedly at the nature reserves, quality hotels, and craft markets. All this is just six hours' flying time from London, close to the Equator on the same latitude as Barbados.
Images from Gambia
Storming in paradise
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Le cimetière des coquillages
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Fisherman on Ilha de João Vieira
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Colourful drapery sold on Ziguinchor's market
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Sunset at Plage Bubaque
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Harbour at Elinkin
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Weather forecast for in Gambia this Thursday.
| Day: 93 °F (34 °C)  Sunrise 7:17 AM |
Night: 66 °F (19 °C)  Sunset 7:17 PM |
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| Chance of rain (day) | 0 % |
| Chance of rain (night) | 0 % |
| Wind speed (day) | 7 mp/h |
| Wind speed (night) | 5 mp/h |
| Humidity (day) | 45 % |
| Humidity (night) | 82 % |
weather
Weather forecast for in Gambia this Friday.
| Day: 93 °F (34 °C)  Sunrise 7:16 AM |
Night: 68 °F (20 °C) Sunset 7:17 PM |
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| More weather information. | |
| Chance of rain (day) | 0 % |
| Chance of rain (night) | 0 % |
| Wind speed (day) | 7 mp/h |
| Wind speed (night) | 2 mp/h |
| Humidity (day) | 43 % |
| Humidity (night) | 63 % |
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Weather forecast for in Gambia this Saturday.
| Day: 100 °F (38 °C) Sunrise 7:16 AM |
Night: 68 °F (20 °C) Sunset 7:17 PM |
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| More weather information. | |
| Chance of rain (day) | 0 % |
| Chance of rain (night) | 0 % |
| Wind speed (day) | 7 mp/h |
| Wind speed (night) | 1 mp/h |
| Humidity (day) | 45 % |
| Humidity (night) | 58 % |