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Old Rufisque
Old Rufisque
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Old Rufisque
Rufisque is a city in the Dakar region of western Senegal. The city became important in the 16th century AD as the principal port of the kingdom of Cayor, being frequented by Portuguese, Dutch, French and English traders.
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Country: Senegal
District: Dakar Region
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 15th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Portuguese
Later Cultures: Mixed
Site Features: Mixed Monuments
UNESCO Tentative List
Official Name: Old Rufisque
Date of Submission: 2005
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