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.
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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