Gambia
Gambia is a narrow sliver of a country pressed along the banks of the Gambia River, flanked entirely by Senegal except for a short Atlantic coastline. The river defines almost everything — transport, fishing, agriculture, and the rhythms of village life inland. Birdlife is extraordinary, the light along the water in the dry season is sharp and golden, and the pace slows noticeably once you move beyond the coastal strip.
About Gambia
Overview
The Gambia sits in West Africa, the smallest country on the continent by land area, with Senegal bordering it on all sides except the Atlantic coast to the west. Banjul is the capital, though the commercial hub has effectively spread into the surrounding towns of Serekunda and Bakau. English is the official language, a legacy of British colonial rule. The dalasi is the local currency, and the culture blends Mandinka, Wolof, and Fula traditions alongside strong Islamic practice.
Airports in Gambia
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