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Mauritania Culture and Traditions

Islamic ideals and beliefs in Mauritania encourage conservative dress. Sleeved garments and below-the-knee skirts are recommended, and travellers should avoid wearing shorts. If you like sweet mint tea you'll be in heaven, tea drinking is a true addiction for all Mauritanians.

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(1/77) - Grand Mosquee, Nouakchott (from François Colin)
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Things to do in Mauritania

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Background Information for Mauritania

Why Travel to Mauritania?

  • Witness the world's largest concentration of winter migratory birds in Banc d'Arguin National Park.
  • Head for the beautiful desert oasis of Terjit and sleep under date palms to be awoken by birdsong.
  • At Chinguetti, visit ancient libraries and desert remains of past civilisations.
  • Engage in a favourite local pastime - sip mint tea with hospitable nomadic Moors and celebrate life.
  • Discover Mauritania's Sahara on an adventurous camel trek or wilderness walking holiday.