Discover the Heart of The Gambia – Banjul Awaits

Banjul, a small seaport on the Gambia River, has a low-key nightlife but is alive with activity and colour during the day. Banjul Beach is close to a few restaurants and several nature parks, and extensive local marketplaces where you may haggle for traditional African crafts. Banjul Beach, an authentic flavour of Africa, is a fantastic Gambian getaway where you can relax on a palm-fringed beach and enjoy the subtropical heat. The Gambia's capital city has a rich history extending back to the colonial era, and in 2016, it celebrated the 200th anniversary of its official creation. Learn more about the city's history and culture by visiting its museums and two cathedrals. Day visits to Gambia's inland natural features, such as the Abuko Nature Reserve, are popular from Banjul Beach. Capital: Banjul International Airport: Banjul International Airport, (BJL) Population: 470,000 Currency: Dalasis Time: (GMT) Driving side- Right Official Language- Wolof Religion- Muslim

During your holiday, visit the Banjul Gambia National Museum to learn about the country's history, including the colonial period, Banjul's liberation and growth, and West Africa's archaeological past. Alternatively, go to Bakau's Kachikally Museum and Crocodile Pool to observe a sacred crocodile pool utilised for reproductive rituals. You'll find excellent local vegetables, wooden masks, and locally manufactured fabrics at the big and bustling Albert Market. It was named after Queen Victoria's spouse, Prince Consort, the British royal Albert. If you want to acquire some high-quality handcrafted souvenirs to take home with you, here is the place to go.