Mali Info
ADMINISTRATIVE / COMMERCIAL CAPITAL: Bamako
GEOGRAPHY
Mali is a landlocked country situated on the west of Africa. It borders Algeria, Niger, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Guinea, Senegal and Mauritania. At about 1.2 million square kilometers, Mali is comparable in size to South Africa.
DEMOGRAPHY
A population of close to 14.5 Million. Muslims account for about 90% of the population.
CLIMATE
Tropical and arid. Most of the country receives a negligible rainfall which may last for about 4-5 months. Temperatures generally range from 16 °C to 39 °C. April is the hottest month.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
French is the official language. Bambara is widely used as well.
LOCAL TIME
GMT+0
BUSINESS HOURS
General: 7:30 AM to 4 PM
HOLIDAYS
Independence Day: September 22nd
May Day: May 1st
Africa Day: May 25
Christmas: December 25th
Muslim Festivals (Based on the lunar calandar):
Id-ul-Fitr
Id-ul-Adha
Milad-un-Nabi
CURRENCY
West African CFA franc
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Police/ Emergencies: 17
Medical: 15
Fire: 18
Introduction to Mali
In 1352 Ibn Battuta set out with a caravan to visit Marrakech, Sala and Sijilmasa before he visited Mali. Traveling for 25 days after leaving Sijilmasa, Ibn Battuta reached Taghaza from where he crossed the dangerous stretch of the Sahara Desert to reach the capital city of Mali. He stayed there for over eight months.Mali features vast deserts and several colorful markets. The well-documented history of the country helps travelers get an in-sight into the African civilization.
The Dogon Country is equally interesting to explore. Consisting of several villages sitting on plateaus and in sandy lowlands, visitors can witness the traditional culture closely.
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Mali Overview
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A mystical country, Mali is full of cultural sites to woo travelers
In 1352 Ibn Battuta set out with a caravan to visit Marrakech, Sala and Sijilmasa before he visited Mali. Traveling for 25 days after leaving Sijilmasa, Ibn Battuta reached Taghaza from where he crossed the dangerous stretch of the Sahara Desert to reach the capital city of Mali.… -
Gao, Mali - One of the Oldest Trading Centers of Western Africa
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A magnificent place to visit, Gao is a historic city established in the 7th century
The city was in its full bloom in the 15th and 16th century when it was the hub for the Songhai Empire. It is among one of the most attractive cities in Mali and journeying into the desert is one of the main highlights of… -
On the Banks of the Niger River Lies Bamako, Mali
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A lively city, Bamako is located on the banks of the Niger River
Ibn Battuta spent some time in the city of Bamako during his visit to Mali. Featuring flamboyant markets and a wonderful range of restaurants, Bamako is a place that will pleasantly catch you off guard. -
Bamako Grand Masjid, Bamako
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Bamako Grand Masjid in Bamako, capital of Mali
Standing in the heart of the city of Bamako is the Bamako Grand Masjid. Declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988, the masjid was built in traditional Islamic style resembling the structure of masaajid in Saudi Arabia.
