• Nomad tents in desert between Nouackchott and Nouamghar

    Nomad tents in desert between Nouackchott and Nouamghar

    © Jane Sweeney

  • Ancient town of Chinguetti, surrounded by dunes of Sahara desert

    Ancient town of Chinguetti, surrounded by dunes of Sahara desert

    © Anthony Ham

  • Rock ridge known as Zarga mountain, in dunes of Erg Ouarane

    Rock ridge known as Zarga mountain, in dunes of Erg Ouarane

    © Olivier Cirendini

Mauritania: Overview

Mauritania is venturing through towns blanketed in sand, crossing moon-like plateaus, taking camel treks across dunes, travelling the longest, dustiest train in the world and gazing at ancient Saharan architecture. One thousand-mile stare coming up.

FAST FACTS

Full name

Islamic Republic of Mauritania

Currency

Ouguiya, MRO (UM)

Population

2500000

Languages

  • French (other)
  • Arabic (official)
  • Wolof (other)

Time zone(s)

  • GMT/UTC: +0

Voltage

220V

Hertz

50Hz

Plugs

  • European plug with two circular metal pins

    European plug with two circular metal pins

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