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  • Name
    Gambia
  • Full Name
    Republic of The Gambia
  • The smallest of the African countries, Gambia is a low-lying country with a North Atlantic coastline and bordering Senegal.

    Made independant from the British in 1960, Gambia has a small population of less than 2 million people.

    The country has miles of stunning white beaches to relax on as well as over 500 different species of birds for the avid bird watchers.
  • Capital
    Banjul
  • Largest City
    Banjul
  • Population
    1,700,000
  • Area
    10,380 km2
  • Languages Spoken
    English
  • Religion
    citizens to practice any religion that they choose.
  • Time Zone
    GMT
  • Currency
    Dalasi
  • Dialing Code
    220
  • Internet Domain
    .gm