The Lively Dakar, Senegal

Senegal is diverse, and that is evident from its diverse climate, topography and lifestyles. Although the whole country is a travel destination in itself but for most tourists the main attraction is the capital of the country, Dakar. And what is so special about Dakar, well you may have heard the name of the city because of the famous Dakar really held here but it’s also the city that set the trend for the urban Africa. It was the first major and modern metropolis of the continent and its lifestyle was copied by many cites of the neighboring countries. Even today Dakar has that unique feel about itself that you won’t be able to find in other African cities. Its nightlife is considered the liveliest and the most enjoyable in the continent as it has some of the most magnificent nightclubs and bars.

The city is well connected with the rest of the world and you can easily find a cheap flight to Dakar from most of the major airports worldwide. The tourism infrastructure of the city is top notch as well and you will find plenty of hotels in the city that caters to all kind of tourists ranging from the ones looking for a luxurious accommodation facility to the ones trying to save some cash by lodging in some where cheap. The city is also one of the greatest promoters of the African arts and there is no better place to get an idea of just how much the city cares about the art of the continent than to visit the famous IFAN museum.

The museum showcases the arts and culture of the six African countries and it was part of the Senegalese government effort to preserve and promote the African culture. You will the most gorgeous pieces of arts made by the famous African artists along with some ancient artifacts found in these countries. The best way to explore this huge museum is by hiring the services of a guide that can be done by asking the tour office at the entrance of the museum. Another historical place worth visiting is the grand mosque of Dakar that is considered to be one of the largest in the continent.

Nightlife, yes that is the biggest attraction of the city and perhaps that will be the reason for your arrival in the city as well. The most famous of all the nightclubs of the city is the Club Thiossane which is ranked as the best nightclub of the continent because of the amount of fun it can provide to a visitor. The club is usually jam packed and it’s hard to get an entrance pass especially on the weekends or on the days when some famous dj’s perform there.

So it will be wise idea to make a reservation earlier preferably through your hotel. If you don’t get a chance to visit Club Thiossane then there is no need to worry about it as there are plenty of other nightclubs in the city that can provide you with an awesome experience.