Links and Tours Ltd: HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS IN WEST AFRICA

West Africa is made up of eighteen (18) Countries, the region shares a history of European colonialism from 1490’s. The West African States gained independence in the 1960’s.

However, we can still see the relics of the European cultural influences in many. Nature blessed this region with beaches, Mountains, Valleys, Game Reserve Resorts which will make many marvel..

These sites are maintained as Natural, Cultural, and Historical Religious and Political relics/sites that make for tourist attractions.

Modern developments have also infused a sense of luxury and pleasure by adding safe hotels and accommodations,

internet access of world standard in most of

these tourist sites.

You don’t need to look too far to take a well deserved vacation with your family, friends or your organization.

Below are few attractions in nine (9) of the eighteen West African countries.

COUNTRY	ATTRACTION AND DESCRIPTION	SUITABLE FOR
BURKINAFASO Capital:-Ouagadougou Official Language:- French	Les PicsSindou: - Is a marvelous geological site. Reserve De Nazinga:- A wild life park Hippopotamus Lake of Tangrela Other exciting ecological and historical landmarks, markets and modern cinemas.	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organizations
MAURITANIA Capital:- Nouakchott Official language:-Arabic	Chinguetti Mosque is UNESCO world heritage center. The National Museum of Mauritania The Port de Pêche is Nouakchott's star attraction both lively and colourful,	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organization
NIGER Capital:- Niamey Official Language:-French	The W National Park or W Regional Park is a major national park in West Africa around a meander in the River Niger shaped like a "W", It accessible through Republic of Benin,Burkina Faso and Niger Salt Ponds in Fachi and the Pottery market in Niamey.	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organization
IVORY COAST Capital:- Yamoussoukro Official Language:- French	Explore Abidjan and Yamoussoukro to see the religious and political centers, the beaches also the festivals and events are wonderful for families that want to lounge. The Marche’s for various shopping experiences	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organization
GAMBIA Capital:- Banjul Official Language:-English	Abuko Nature Reserve:-Walk through the tropical forest of the Abuko Nature Reserve, visit Albreda and Jufureh - twin villages that were made famous by Alex Haley's novel Roots - then cross to James Island, mid-river, to see its ruined fort. Visit the National Museum at Banjul the capital among several others attractions	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organization
NIGERIA Capital:-Abuja Official Language:-English	All the 36 states has amazing attractions from the first Storey building in Badagary, the slave trade museums the many beaches/city life of Lagos and modern cinemas and malls/golf resort to the Zuma rock in Abuja the Osun scared forest and groove the juju shrine of Arochukwu the Calabar butterfly forest, the monkey drill in the east, the relics of emirates empire in the ancient city of Kano to the Game Reserve in Yankari. The beauty of the River Niger and Benue that cuts across the middle belts, also the mountains in Idanre and Abeokuta, and the warm springs at Ikogosi. The Calabar carnival festival, the LagosEyo festival,Osun Oshogbo festival and the Arugungu fishing festival.	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organization
Benin Capital:- Porto-Novo Official Language:- French	Royal Palaces of Abomey:-Royal Palaces of Abomey are 12 palaces spread over a 40 hectares area. Palace, Museum, history, Architecture and Culture. Cotonou Cathedral:-The cathedral of Notre Dame de Miséricorde, commonly known as Cotonou Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral, located near the Ancien Pont Bridge in Cotonou, Benin. It is noted for its distinct burgundy and white striped tiled architecture. W National Park:-W Regional Park is a major national park in West Africa. Parks, Nature, Reserves, Ecotourism, and Rivers.	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organization
Ghana Capital:- Accra Official Language:- English	Kakum National Park:-located in the coastal environs of the Central Region of Ghana. Rainforest reserve with a canopy walkway. National Museum of Ghana:-Museum, monument, culture and history. Elmina Castle:- was erected by Portuguese in 1482 as São Jorge da Mina Castle, also known simply as Mina or Feitoria da Mina. Castle, history and architecture.	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organization
Mali Capital:- Bamako Language:- French	Timbuktu:- also spelled as Tinbuktu, Timbuctoo and Timbuktoo, is a historical and ongoingly inhabited city in the West African nation of Mali, History, Desert, Museum, and culture. Hombori:- Base Jumping and Mountains. Kayes:- Cathedral s	Individuals, Families, School Groups and Corporate Organization