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Médina, Dakar

#32 among attractions in Dakar

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Alternative names: Area: 0.77 mi²Coordinates: 14°41'6"N, 17°26'58"W
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Dakar (Médina)Dakar Senegal

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Médina – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Black Civilisations, Grande Mosquée de Dakar, Fann, Place de l'Obélisque.

  • museum of black civilisations dakar1.1 miSE
    Museum

    Museum of Black Civilisations, Dakar

    28 min walk • The Museum of Black Civilisations (Musée des Civilisations Noires) stands as a beacon of African heritage in the heart of Dakar, Senegal. Opened in December 2018, this cultural institution serves as a testament to the vast and diverse history of black civilizations...

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    Mosque

    Grande Mosquée de Dakar, Dakar

    17 min walk • The Grande Mosquée de Dakar stands as an emblem of spiritual grace and architectural splendor in the bustling city of Dakar, Senegal. This mosque, a key religious site in the region, is not just a place of worship but also a symbol of Islamic culture and tradition in...

  • fann dakar1.2 miW
    Neighbourhood

    Fann, Dakar

    31 min walk • Fann is a neighborhood located in the vibrant city of Dakar, the capital of Senegal. Noted for its coastal beauty and urban sophistication, Fann is situated in the northwestern part of the city and is part of the larger Dakar-Plateau arrondissement.

  • place de lobelisque dakar0.7 miN
    Obelisk

    Place de l'Obélisque, Dakar

    17 min walk • The Place de l'Obélisque in Dakar, Senegal, stands as a prominent landmark in the bustling capital. This notable site is marked by a prominent obelisk that serves as a central feature and a symbol of the city's cultural and historical significance.

  • cheikh anta diop university dakar0.8 miW
    Universities and schools

    Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar

    22 min walk • Cheikh Anta Diop University, also known as the Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar, is a university in Dakar, Senegal. It is named after the Senegalese physicist, historian and anthropologist Cheikh Anta Diop and has an enrollment of over 60,000.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Médina?

Nearby attractions include Grande Mosquée de Dakar, Dakar (17 min walk), Place de l'Obélisque, Dakar (17 min walk), Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar (22 min walk).

How to get to Médina by public transport?

The nearest stations to Médina:

Bus
  • Marché Tilène • Lines: 1, 4, 7 (7 min walk)
  • Medina • Lines: 1, 4, 7 (6 min walk)

Train
  • Gare de Dakar (31 min walk)

Where to next? Visit dakar Dakar region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Senegal.

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