The meaning of Sierra Leone is “Roaring Mountains”. It was named by a Portuguese explorer who encountered an intense thunderstorm while sailing in the mountainous area of modern-day Sierra Leone.
Rice can be seen everywhere in Sierra Leone foods. It is an important diet for people in the country.
Sierra Leone is in West African, with a population of 7.6 million people. Its capital is Freetown, and their currency is Sierra Leonean Leone. The languages spoken in Sierra Leone are Mende, Temne, Krio, Limba, and English.
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They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- International Women’s Day (Mar 8)
- Good Friday (Date varies)
- Easter Monday (Date varies)
- Independence Day (Apr 27)
- Eid Al Fitr (Date varies)
- Eid Al Adha (Date varies)
- Maulid-un-Nabi (Date varies)
- Christmas Day (Dec 25)
- Boxing Day (Dec 26)
- Christmas Holiday (Dec 27)
It has no world heritage sites but has three national parks:
Want to learn more? Check out Sierra Leone’s tourism website!
Also check out the Sierra Leone National Museum.
Fun activities to do
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