Saint-Louis Region, Administrative region in northwestern Senegal
The Saint-Louis Region spans 19,241 square kilometers along the Senegal River, bordering Mauritania and featuring diverse landscapes from desert to wetlands.
The region's capital served as the administrative center of French West Africa from 1673 to 1902, establishing its significance in colonial administration.
The Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary within the region functions as a migration point for numerous African and European bird species.
The region divides into three administrative departments - Dagana, Podor, and Saint-Louis - with a combined population exceeding 1.2 million inhabitants.
Salt harvesting occurs in villages near Gandiol when evaporating flood basins create natural pink-tinted salt deposits during the dry season.
GPS coordinates: 16.09154,-14.73378
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:22
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