Nouakchott｜Encounter the unique charm of the edge of the African desert

In the vast northwest of the African continent, there is a city that exudes a unique style. It is the capital of Mauritania - Nouakchott. This city located between the desert and the ocean combines pristine natural landscapes, profound historical culture and unique folk customs, waiting for brave travelers to unveil its mysterious veil 😎 Next, follow this guide and start an unforgettable trip to Nouakchott! 1. Climate and best travel time Nouakchott has a tropical desert climate, which is hot and dry all year round, with a large temperature difference between day and night. The average temperature throughout the year is 25.7℃, with the highest temperature in September, averaging 29.6℃; the lowest temperature in January, averaging 21.5℃. If you want to have a comfortable travel experience, the winter period from November to March of the following year is the best choice. The temperature at this time is between 16℃ - 26℃, and the climate is pleasant, suitable for various outdoor activities. The temperature is higher in summer (June to September), and July to September is the rainy season. You need to take measures to prevent heatstroke and rain when traveling. 2. Attractions Guide 1. National Museum 🏛️ Tickets: about 50 ouguiyas Opening hours: Usually 9am - 5pm, may be closed on Mondays This is a window to understand the history and culture of Mauritania. The museum displays a wealth of cultural relics, such as ancient musical instruments, traditional tents, exquisite weapons and hunting tools. Walking through it, it feels like traveling through time and space, and you can deeply appreciate the country's long history and unique cultural heritage. However, the museum may be dimly lit, so please pay attention to your step when visiting. 2. Central Market 🧺 Opening hours: Open all day The bustling Central Market is a great place to shop and experience local life. It's a bustling place with a dazzling array of goods, including traditional handicrafts, colorful fabrics, exquisite silver jewelry, various special spices and fresh agricultural products. Here, you can bargain with enthusiastic stall owners, experience local market life, and buy some unique souvenirs to take home. But please be careful to keep your belongings to avoid losing them in crowded places. 3. Ports Free admission, open all day The port of Nouakchott is full of life, with colorful fishing boats coming and going and fishermen busy loading and unloading fresh seafood. Here, you can feel the strong ocean atmosphere and enjoy the beautiful sea view. You can also taste the seafood just caught and experience the purest taste of the ocean. In the evening, the setting sun shines on the sea, sparkling, it is a perfect moment to take pictures📸 3. Food Recommendations 1. Roasted whole lamb Mauritania's highest standard cuisine for entertaining distinguished guests is to hide a sheep in a camel's stomach, which is then filled with a cooked chicken, the chicken's stomach is filled with pigeon and quail eggs, and the pigeon's cavity is stuffed with fragrant rice. The stewed and roasted whole lamb is tender and has a special aroma. One bite of it will fill you with a sense of happiness. 2. Thieboudienne (local national dish)🍛 It is made with rice and fish as the main ingredients, stewed with various vegetables and spices. The rich soup wraps the rice and tender fish, with a unique flavor and rich taste. It is a delicacy with strong local characteristics. 3. Roasted camel meat 🐫 Camel meat is quite common in the local area. Roasted camel meat is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sprinkled with special spices, which has a unique flavor. However, the taste of camel meat may vary from person to person, so you can try it according to your own preferences. IV. Precautions 1. Food hygiene: The local food hygiene conditions are poor and various infectious diseases are prevalent. Try to eat cooked or packaged food, and choose regular restaurants when dining out. Carry some medicines to prevent mosquito bites, antimalarial drugs and medicines to treat common diseases💊 2. Currency and Payment: The local currency is Ouguiya. Traveler's checks cannot be used locally. International credit cards cannot be used except in two former French-owned hotels in the capital. There are no bank card and ATM services locally. 4. Internet and communication: The Internet in the whole country is not very good. When purchasing a phone card, make sure you can access the Internet. The standards of China Unicom and China Telecom are compatible with the standards of the two local operators.