Gambia occupies a long narrow strip of land that surrounds the Gambia River. The land is flat and is dominated by the river, which is navigable throughout the length of the country.
Gambian agriculture can be described as a classic monoculture where peanuts (groundnuts) are the most valuable agricultural commodity.
Gambia is in Western Africa, with a population of 2.28 million people. Its capital is Banjul, and their currency is Gambian Dalasi. The official language in Gambia is English.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- Independence Day (Feb 18)
- Good Friday (Date Varies)
- Easter Monday (Date Varies)
- May Day (May 1)
- Koriteh (Date Varies)
- African Liberation Day (May 25)
- Tobaski (Date Varies)
- Assumption Day (Aug 15)
- Yawmul Ashura (Date Varies)
- Maulud Nabi (Date Varies)
- Christmas Day (Dec 25)
It has two world heritage sites:
It also has seven national parks including:
Want to learn more? Check out Gambia’s tourism website!
Also check out the National Centre for Arts and Culture and the Gambia National Museum.
Fun activities to do
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