Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar

Name: Cheikh Anta Diop University
Address: Dakar, Senegal

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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. ()

Local name: Université Cheikh-Anta-Diop Established: 24 February 1957 (67 years ago)Coordinates: 14°41'2"N, 17°27'43"W

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Dakar (Fann-Point E-Amitié)Dakar Senegal

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Nearby attractions include: Museum of Black Civilisations, Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor, Grande Mosquée de Dakar, Sea Plaza Shopping Mall.

1.9 miE
Museum
Museum of Black Civilisations, Dakar
48 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...
4.4 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor, Dakar
113 min walk • Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor stands as a prominent sports venue in the bustling city of Dakar, Senegal. Named after the esteemed first president of Senegal, poet and philosopher Léopold Sédar Senghor, the stadium is imbued with symbolic significance and is a hub of...
1.4 miE
Mosque
Grande Mosquée de Dakar, Dakar
35 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...
1.1 miNW
14°41'38"N • 17°28'29"W
Sea Plaza Shopping Mall, Dakar
28 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
2.1 miSE
Church
Our Lady of Victories Cathedral, Dakar
53 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Dakar, Senegal, Our Lady of Victories Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and architectural beauty. This revered church, known locally as Cathédrale de Dakar, serves not only as a spiritual center but also as a historical monument...
2.1 miSE
Legendary 1938 African art museum
IFAN Museum of African Arts, Dakar
54 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dakar, Senegal, the IFAN Museum of African Arts stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess of the African continent. This distinguished institution is renowned for its extensive collection of traditional...
0.6 miNW
Neighbourhood
Fann, Dakar
15 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.
1.2 miNE
Obelisk
Place de l'Obélisque, Dakar
30 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.
2.3 miE
Harbor
Autonomous Port of Dakar, Dakar
59 min walk • The Autonomous Port of Dakar, a critical economic hub nestled in the bustling metropolis of Dakar, Senegal, is a gateway not just for the country but for the entire West African region. Strategically positioned on the westernmost point of the African continent, this...
2.4 miS
Island, Area
Îles des Madeleines, Dakar
62 min walk • Nestled off the coast of Dakar, Senegal, the Îles des Madeleines are a serene and relatively unspoiled archipelago that beckons with its rugged beauty. Known locally as the Madeleine Islands, this small cluster of volcanic rocks is shrouded in an aura of mystery...
2.3 miSE
Library
National Library of Senegal, Dakar
60 min walk • The National Library of Senegal is located in Dakar, Senegal.