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8 hours ahead |
Kolda, Senegal: Eastern Township and Cultural Crossroads
Kolda is the capital of the Kolda region in eastern Senegal, located about 640 kilometers southeast of the capital, Dakar, near the border between Mali and Mauritania, and is an important transportation hub on the upper Senegal River. The city is known for its ethnically diverse culture, with a predominantly Fulani, Wolof and Toucouloir population, and a thriving traditional crafts (e.g., leatherwork, silver jewelry) and bazaar trade, making it the commercial center of the surrounding region. Agriculture is dominated by peanuts, millet and animal husbandry, and the climate is savannah, with distinct wet and dry seasons, with lush vegetation during the rainy season (June-October) and typical Sahelian scenery during the dry season. Kolda is a blend of tradition and modernity, preserving ancient mosques and folklore festivals, but also evolving as an important node connecting the interior of West Africa.
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Today is 2026-02-25
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