Senegal has simply everything needed for interesting and comfortable vacation - numerous beaches, beautiful nature reserves and parks, a mysterious desert and many sights. We should start description of the country from its capital, the city of Dakar. The most important architectural landmarks of the city are the building of the City Hall, the President Palace and the beautiful Independence Square. The building of these objects took place in the beginning of the 20th century. The area near the square remains the most famous destination for walks among both locals and travelers. There are several interesting museums in Dakar, a visit to which should be included in the excursion plan of every traveler. The Art Museum, the Museum of History, the Marine Museum and the IFAN Museum of African Arts exhibit wonderful collections of rare items, including artworks, historic artifacts and collections of modern paintings.
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In the 5th century, several large ethnic communities appeared on the territory of Senegal. Later, they formed Takrur. In the period between the 11th and 14th centuries, it was the most powerful country. In the Middle Ages, it had to compete with such countries, as Serer and Wolof. In the 15th century, local kingdoms were visited by the first Europeans. The first expedition to the new lands was carried out by Portuguese navigator Dinis Dias. In the first half of the 17th century, the kingdoms were visited by English and French merchants. The lands also attracted the European slave masters.
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During the colonization period, Senegal was involved in the active gold mining. The backbone of the agriculture was the cultivation of peanut plantations. As a result of the long struggle for independence, Senegal gained partial independence at the beginning of the 20th century. The country became completely independent in 1960. Despite the long colonial period, Senegal has preserved its unique traditions that now are reflected in different spheres of culture. During the period of the French colonization, as in the pre-colonial period, local people have not loved traditional croissants and baguettes. They still prepare millet flatbread.
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