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Bonjour! Welcome to the beautiful African nation of Senegal. A place of vibrant music, Friendly people, and a fascinating history.

Senegal is located on the west coast of northern Africa. The capital is Dakar which is located on the coast of Senegal. Some other major cities include Dahra, Kedougou, and Louga. Senegal also borders Mauritania, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, and Mali. Senegal also borders the Atlantic ocean and is fairly small compared to some other African countries.

** Senegal was originally inhabited by native tribes like the t he Toucouleur people. This native tribe converted to Islam in the 11th century and the country has been a primarily Muslim nation ever since.

France made there first settlement in Senegal in 1659. Senegal then became a part of French West Africa in 1759, which was a French territory. However, Senegal eventually became an independent republic separated from France. France's former possession of Senegal is the reason why its official language is French.

** Senegal is filled with a lot of culture. One thing that is extremely important to the leisure of its citizens is music. It can be heard almost anywhere in the country. One of the most popular music genres in Senegal today is hip-hop.
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 * One of the most well known fashion trends in Senegal is tie-dye, which can be worn by men or women. Since the main religion is Islam, the majority of woman must be modestly dressed. Older woman wear "boubous" which are dresses with over-sized armholes that are worn over baggy pants. But younger women would wear close fitting tunics with a matching skirt. The men of Senegal commonly wear wool hats and ****"boubous" as well.

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