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Learn about the most important natural landmarks in Mauritania

Learn about the most important natural landmarks in Mauritania

 

Mauritania is an enchanting country that will be loved by tourists and travelers who want to explore the rich culture and feel the magic of nature.

With a typical Moroccan population, Mauritania has a colorful culture with great diversity.

However, Mauritania is particularly known for its natural surroundings with its beautiful topography and mesmerizing landscapes

Other than its cultural heritage and enormous historical importance.

The capital, Nouakchott, and its wonderful landmarks

For starters, you can visit Nouakchott, the capital of the country which is located near the sea and was formed in 1960.

Although it is not old, the place is dotted with many monuments.

In it, you can explore other tourist places in Mauritania, which are famous for their unique landscapes.

For example, the Adrar region, which has an amazing facade

It makes it one of the must-visit places in Mauritania.

The area designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO,

It is a plateau of pink and golden brown sand dunes. It is criss-crossed by canyons that house palm trees.

And long coastlines that are impossible to ignore. The country with all its heritage and charm will make you fall in love with it

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And the spectacle of migratory birds in the national park will bring you back again on a second trip.

Natural landmarks in Mauritania

Nouakchott Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches overlooking the Atlantic Ocean

It also includes many tourist facilities that attract tourists

It is linked to the rest of the cities of Mauritania by an excellent transportation network, and there is also an international airport

Among the most important places of tourism in Nouakchott are the following:

 

Places of departure for astronomical trips to Africa, since Nouakchott is the main place for the distribution of meteorites in the Sahara and in Africa in general.

Tourist resorts spread along the coast of Nouakchott

The traditional sea fishing port for fishing, on which fishing has been practiced since prehistoric times, in addition to the port of friendship.

Nouakchott Corniche, which is one of the most beautiful places overlooking the shores of the Atlantic Ocean.

Ergin Basin

"Argyn Basin“One of the most prominent and important nature reserves around the world

Which includes the largest concentrations of birds, and consists of 102 small islands

Different types of rare birds migrate to it during their seasonal flights.

The natural beauty of the “Argin Basin National Reserve” is the most beautiful tourist destination in Mauritania

It is found in the desert and on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean with its clear waters.

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It testifies to its environmental and comprehensive diversity of different types of marine organisms

Like dolphins, sea turtles and other aquatic creatures.”

For more adventure, fishermen can participate in trapping schools of fish with nets.

As well as enjoying the migration of birds every year, which numbers millions

Such as swallows and flamingos. It is the Arghin Basin Park

A center for gathering all kinds of rare birds from around the world

Tourists visit it to watch birds, as well as different types of fish, as well as enjoy the charming atmosphere of the aquarium.

The reserve is described as a “unique spot.”

For the presence of a series of sandy islands such as “Tedra, Keji, Agadir”, and the extended heads “Timris, Tafarit, Takarit, and others ...”.

Its special topography, mild climate, and dense seaweed make it a favorite haven for fertilizing marine organisms, embracing migratory birds and wild animals, and attracting researchers and specialists interested in marine resources.

Diawling National Park

Diawling National Park was established at the end of the XNUMXs in the southwestern region of Mauritania and the park is located along the Senegal River and thus, this area was a liquid flood before the park was established.

Dujudj National Reserve

On the other side of the park, also along the Senegal River basin, lies the Djougou National Park. Also in this park there is a lake composed of temperate waters on average, the climate of the park is characterized by medium to low rainfall rates. This park is famous for having many different types of birds.

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Target Oasis

This oasis has its own charm and the beating heart of the place is a system of natural thermal springs. The water does not come very hot, so travelers go to it to bathe in it, to recover and to rest, as the water there is perfectly good for drinking.

Beyond the oasis is a beautiful dry valley dotted with trees and stone burial sites. It is always visited by tourists to get a good view of the bright stars in the clear sky of the oasis.

Adrar plateau

It is an elevated area in the Sahara Desert in the northwest of Mauritania. Most of them date back to the Neolithic period. The plateau is dotted with valleys and moving sand dunes. It is characterized by its rocky desert nature, and has a small and limited population settlement. It includes several cities, such as Azji, Atar, and Wadan, and it is also close to the famous Richat Formation.

 

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