Gambia
Capital
Banjul
Population
~2.5 million
Currency
Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- English
- Religion
- Islam (majority)
- Climate
- Tropical savanna; hot with distinct dry/wet seasons
Culture & History
Known for: being the smallest mainland African country, the River Gambia, and ecotourism
Also famous for: birdwatching, Kunta Kinteh Island (slave trade history), and peanut production
Food: Domoda (peanut stew)
Brief History
British colony; gained independence 1965; briefly formed confederation with Senegal; relies on agriculture and tourism