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The Gambia

While it does not boast the big game cats of other countries in Africa, The Gambia has a dazzling breadth of exotic birdlife that pulls in tourists the world over.

Capital – Banjul
Major cities - Serekunda and Bakau
Places of interest – Makasutu Cultural Forest and Lamin Lodge
Time Zone – GMT +0
Language – English (primary), Mandinka, Wolof and Fula
The Gambia currency - The Gambia uses the The Gambia Dalsai. 1GMD is worth around two pence. For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc

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