Saint-Louis

Nature

Senegal River

The longest river in West Africa, its waters flow gently across a vast expanse of land. Two dams can also be found along its course.

Temples & religious sites

Roman Catholic Diocese of Saint-Louis du Sénégal

A Catholic diocese located in Saint-Louis, Senegal. As part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Dakar, it serves as a center of Catholic faith in the region.

Temples & religious sites

St. Louis Cathedral

A 19th-century cathedral on the square at the southern end of Saint-Louis Island, seat of the Diocese of Saint-Louis. It's a lovely place for a stroll, taking in the time-worn architecture amid the island's quiet atmosphere.

Museums & galleries

Saint-Louis Photography Museum

This museum in Saint-Louis is Senegal's first exhibition space dedicated to photography. It offers a fresh perspective on the city and the country through photographic images.

Nature

Island of Saint-Louis

This small island at the mouth of the Senegal River forms the heart of downtown Saint-Louis. You can stroll along historic streets that have grown since the French colonial era in the 17th century.

Temples & religious sites

Great Mosque of Saint-Louis

A historic mosque in the old town of Saint-Louis, Senegal, built in 1847 and counted among the country's oldest. Its distinctive minaret with a built-in clock lets visitors soak up the atmosphere of the old city center.