For those who have been lucky enough to visit, Niger is a desert republic filled with ancient caravan cities at the edge of the Sahara.

Apr 5, 2023 · 6. Keep calm at Lagos airport. It can be a hassle to pass through Immigration and Passport Control at the MMIA. There are many reported cases of officials soliciting tips, but …

Covering some 1200 sq km, the Parc National de Haut Niger is one of West Africa's last significant stands of tropical dry forest and one of the most important protected areas in Guinea.

Apr 27, 2023 · In the South-South, for example, the scenic and slow-paced city of Uyo can be your base to explore the Niger Delta states. In the North East, Bauchi is a perfect base to …

Hidden by scaffolding on the Roman Forum, the Lapis Niger ('Black Stone' in Latin) is a large slab of black marble that covered an underground area said to contain the tomb of Romulus. …

Discover the best attractions in Niger including Musée National du Niger, and Petit Marché.

From the pleasant Fula village of Massina, you can start a trip along the Niger by public pinasse (large canoe). A good first stop is Diafarabé, where vast Fula herds cross the Niger in one of …

The sprawling Musée National du Niger is one of West Africa's standouts. Numerous themed pavilions, each tipping their hat to Hausa architecture, give visitors a peek into Niger's present …

Lording it on the hill overlooking the town, the Cité de Niger was built by Touré to house his guests. Since his fall from power the site had been allowed to crumble, but at the time of …

The scent of orange blossom, the swish of a flamenco dress, the glimpse of a white village perched atop a crag: memories of Andalucía linger.