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Mauritania

Mauritania

Mauritania is a land of majestic contrasts where the desert, the ocean and history meet. Between endless dunes, ancient UNESCO-listed cities, wild beaches and a thousand-year-old nomadic culture, the country offers a rare, authentic and deeply inspiring experience. Here, the Sahara reveals all its splendor, and Mauritanian hospitality turns every journey into an unforgettable moment.

Mauritania is a paradise for lovers of vast open spaces. The Sahara Desert unfolds its monumental dunes, rocky plateaus and hidden oases, especially in the Adrar region. Banc d’Arguin National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the world’s most important sanctuaries for migratory birds, blending lagoons, dunes and Imraguen fishing villages. Further south, Diawling National Park reveals surprising biodiversity among mangroves, Sahelian wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

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Discover essential information to help you prepare your trip to Mauritania, a country where the desert meets the ocean and where nomadic culture shapes a unique way of life.


Country



Mauritania



Visa



Visa required for most nationalities



Languages Spoken



Arabic (official), Hassaniya, Pulaar, Soninke, Wolof



Currency



Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRU)



Area



1,030,700 km²


 

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