Geography
Senegal is in Western Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are 14, -14; it has Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Mauritania.
Neighboring countries: Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Mauritania
Africa
Senegal
Senegal is a country in Western Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Dakar
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Western Africa
- Population
- 18.6 million
- Area
- 196,722 km²
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Official language
- French
- Calling code
- +221
- Internet TLD
- .sn
- Time zone
- UTC
Senegal map preview: 14.00, -14.00
People and Culture
Senegal uses French in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Senegal varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Senegal is recorded with the official name Republic of Senegal. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Dakar
- Western Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Dakar
- Time zone data: UTC
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Senegal is grouped under Africa.
- Senegal has a listed area of 196,722 km².
- Senegal is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Senegal
What is the capital of Senegal?
The capital of Senegal is Dakar.
What continent is Senegal in?
Senegal is in Africa.
What currency does Senegal use?
Senegal uses the West African CFA franc.
What language is spoken in Senegal?
French is listed for Senegal in this database.