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Ziguinchor

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Ziguinchor

Ziguinchor is the capital of the Ziguinchor Region of Senegal. It was founded by the Portuguese in 17th century AD. The city became a slave port during much of the Portuguese rule.

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Country: Senegal

District: Ziguinchor Region

Category: Historic Cities and Regions

Site History: 17th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Portuguese

Later Cultures: Mixed

Site Features: Mixed Monuments

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