🇲🇷Mauritania
Africa
Information
Capital
Nouakchott
Population
4,830,000
Currency
Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRU UM)
Languages
Arabe, Français, Pulaar, Soninké
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+222
Timezone
Africa/Nouakchott
Area
1,030,700 km²
Government
Islamic Republic Presidential
National day
November 28 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.mr
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About
Mauritania is a West African country in the Sahel region, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its vast desert, mining resources such as gold and iron, and emerging natural gas sector. The population is largely nomadic or semi-nomadic with a growing economy.
Safety
Risk areas
Crime(medium)
- Éviter de marcher seul la nuit
- Ne pas afficher de valeurs
Terrorism(high)
- Éviter les zones frontalières nord et est
- Suivre les avis aux voyageurs
Transport
- Louer un 4x4 avec chauffeur
- Éviter les bus de nuit
Natural risks(Faible, mais inondations saisonnières et tempêtes de sable)
- Vérifier la météo en saison des pluies
Health(Système de santé limité, hôpitaux sous-équipés)
- Vaccins obligatoires: fièvre jaune
- Eau en bouteille, prophylaxie paludisme
Practical tips
- Inscription au consulat avant départ
- Assurance rapatriement obligatoire
- Respecter le code vestimentaire islamique
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Right
unsafe
Not common, 5-10% optional
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