Djibouti has the world saltiest lake in the world – Lac Assal – which is even saltier than the Dead Sea. The lake is also the lowest point both in Djibouti and on the entire continent of Africa.
In Djibouti, Christmas is celebrated on a January 7th instead of December 25th.
Djibouti is in Eastern Africa, with a population of 0.92 million people. Its capital is Djibouti, and their currency is Djiboutian franc. The official languages are French and Arabic.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- Al Isra et Al Mirague (Date Varies)
- Labor Day (May 1)
- Eid ul-Fitr （Date Varies）
- Independence Day (Jun 27)
- Eid Al Adha (Date Varies)
- Awal Muharram (Date Varies)
- Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday (Date Varies)
- Christmas Day (Dec 25)
It has no world heritage website, but it has three national parks:
Want to learn more? Check out Djibouti’s tourism website!
Also check out the Djibouti Museum.
Fun activities to do
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