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IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Banjul |
Farafini time compared to Beijing time (China) |
8 hours ahead |
Introduction to Farafenni, The Gambia
Farafenni is an important town in the West African country of The Gambia, located in the North Bank Region, adjacent to the Senegalese border and about 120 kilometers from the capital city of Banjul. As a transportation and commercial hub in the north of The Gambia, its name is derived from the local Mandinka word for "Farafenni tree".
Location and Transportation
Farafenni is situated at the crossroads of the River Gambia and straddles the Trans-Gambia Highway, which connects the north and south of The Gambia and is used by a large number of cross-border vehicles and business travelers on a daily basis. The coach station in the center of the town serves as a land transit point to neighboring countries such as Senegal and Mali.
Economy and livelihood
The local economy is based on trade in agricultural products, and the weekly open-air market is an important trading center for live animals and food in West Africa. There are hospitals, banks and basic education facilities in the town, but overall development is still dominated by the traditional market economy.
Cultural and Tourism Highlights
Visitors can explore the local market, which has a West African flavor, and experience traditional Mandinka handicraft making. The nearby Baoborong Forest Reserve is an eco-tourism site for observing monkeys and birds, while the ferry operation on the Trans-Gambia Highway makes for a unique transportation and cultural experience.
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Today is 2026-02-25
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