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Places to visit Mali+

  • Mali

  • Bamako

    Bamako is a town of 2 million inhabitants, built on six hills and stretching for miles along the wide River Niger that runs through it. Two main features stand out on the hillside, namely the Hill of Power,

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In brief+

Weekly budget
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Flight budget
£unconfirmed
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Time difference
Summer/Winter
Visa
Yes
Vaccinations
Yes
Currency
franc CFA
Language(s)
French

Overview

Mali

In the heart of West Africa, bordered by Mauritania, Algeria, Niger, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Guinea and Senegal, Mali has a multitude of natural and cultural attractions. As you cross the country, you will come across various ethnic groups whose names recall myths and legends, such as the Fulanis, the Dogons and the Tuaregs. A melting pot of the most influential empires in Africa, Mali's glorious past is reflected in its towns and historic sites like Djenne, Gao or Timbuktu. From the northern Sahara region to the southern forests, this country has strong ancestral traditions that are evident throughout the country.

pros

  •  The country's great rich culture.
  •  The varied landscapes and means of discovering them (camel, boat, train, bus).

cons

  •  Unrest in the north of the country.
  •  The roads are in very bad conditions and access to the tourist sites is difficult.

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Country Guide

Our Editorial team's advice

Enjoy sunrises and sunsets along the Niger River, and take in the picturesque scenes!
Do not hesitate to wander off the beaten tracks to reach more remote regions, notably Dogon, a marvellous destination for holidaymakers.
If you want to buy souvenirs and Malian handicrafts, go to the Mopti market. It has the widest range of low cost products.

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Event

29/12/2011 :
Festival au Desert, Mali

One of the most special music festivals in the world for its location and vibe, the Festival au Desert is back for the 12th time. Taking place in Essakane, after having moved around for the first few years of the festival's existence, with stints in Tin Essako and Tessalit, the event is a gathering of 30 or so artists from around Mali, the rest of Africa and a few from the rest of the world. In past

Weather Mali

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