Cassamance
Senegal
South Senegal is celebrated for its diverse landscapes, blending savannahs, wetlands, and stunning coastal areas. The Casamance region stands out with its rich cultural heritage, lush greenery, and vital river systems. Cities like Ziguinchor showcase vibrant markets and unique local traditions, making the area culturally vibrant. Beyond its natural beauty, South Senegal has played a significant role in regional development and peacebuilding efforts.
Quick Facts
- Sensational Cassamance
The Cassamance region was subject to both French and Portuguese colonial efforts before a border was negotiated in 1888 between the French colony of Senegal and Portuguese who then where the colonial rulers of Guinea-Bissau to the south.
- Cassamance Region
Cassamance is blend with both French and Portuguese heritage as a result of its geographic position.
- Climate
The Region experience tropical savanna climate with an has average rainfall greater than the rest of Senegal, with most areas receiving over 50in/1270mm annually, and as high as 70in/1780mm in some places.
- Cassamance
Cassamance Region of South Senegal