Mauritania invites you to venture into the sultry desert to discover cities sunken into the sands, search for the Terjit oasis and Eye of the Sahara, and trek through the steaming desert atop an easygoing camel.
Banc d’Arguin National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that quivers with migratory birds in winter. The noisy carousing and quirky dancing of flamingos, broad-billed sandpipers, pelicans and terns is an enthralling wildlife extravaganza.
Mauritania is renowned for its ruins. Oualata and Oudane are old towns that whisper of medieval Berber empires and 11th-century holy lands, while the old city of Chinguetti is an iconic sprawl of sandstone streets and antiquated mosques.
Nouâdhibou is home to the largest ship graveyard in the world and Baie de l’Étoile, a hotspot for daring kitesurfers; while Nouakchott, the capital city, is home to the Musée National and some beautiful beaches.
For a glimpse into local life, and delectably fresh fish, head to Port de Pêche. Colourful pirogues crowd the soft sands of the beach as fishermen drag in nets and the fish market buzzes with activity.
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