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Ziguinchor
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.
Site Information
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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