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Did you know that most countries, the Gambia did not know before 1977. The small African country of Gambia has become the focus of international attention when they had laid the foundations for the 1977 TV series of "Roots", which is the TV-third more seen all time after "M * A * S * H" and "Dallas."
Geography
Did you know The Gambia is a country with lush tropical forests and large fertile valleys of the coast of West Africa. It is one of the smaller nations the globe. Interestingly, the Gambia is the only former British colony in the world that is completely surrounded by a former French colony (Senegal).
Banjul
Did you - The capital is Banjul, which was a center of trade since independence 1965. In past centuries, Banjul was one of the first towns to be built in West Africa. Outside Banjul, there naturally Other major cities: Serukunda, Brikama, Bakau, and Farafenni.
James Island
Did you know, the country had a famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites in sub-Saharan Africa: James Island and Related Sites. Undoubtedly, each place is an open door in the past, where thousands of slaves were shipped to the United States, South America and in the Caribbean. This World Heritage Site, the River Gambia, is a legacy of long history of relations between African and three European countries (Portugal, UK – United Kingdom and France) during earlier periods of slavery the new republic of the Gambia, one of the last states black on the planet. In fact, this site became a tourist destination more popular in the country.
Wild birds
Did you know that in the forest, over 28% of the territory of the nation, providing habitat for a variety birds, whose population is one of the most abundant in West Africa – such as petrels, pelicans, cormorants, Hamerkop and storks.
Multi-Sport Events
Did you at least three national athletes (two sports) participated in the Olympics in August 2008. In the 1960s, half, gained its independence, but only began to participate in the Olympics until 1984. In addition to these Games, competing at the Commonwealth Games, the All Africa Games and World University Games.
The Gambia and the United States
Did you know that the American writer Alex Haley visited Juffure, Gambia.
Lost City of Stone
Did you know that more than James Island, Gambia historic site also has other "Stone Circles of Senegambia. Since it is a wonder that the ancient past is always present. Located along the Gambia River, the site which comprises four groups of rocks (Kerbatch, Sine Ngayène, and Wanar Wassu) is one of the new wonders of Africa. Surprisingly, estimated to total more than 1,000 blocks of stone. Long known the United States, the monuments, "a marvelous work of art" in West Africa have been built from 3rd century BC 16th century AD, during the most artistically brilliant history of the Gambia. This zone of massive stone was appointed World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2006. Without doubt, this area has the native culture.
Famous People
Did you Walli N'Dow was Secretary General of the United Nations on Human Settlements.
Football
Did you in 2009 in Gambia, a model for many Third World countries. Despite one of the worst regimes of sport in Africa, which won U-17 World Cup in Africa and compete for the World Championships (where he finished 11th, ahead of Japan and Costa Rica). African Champions were: Kemo acids, Ebrima Saho, Baka Ceesay, Buba Sama Jawneh Saikou Omar Bojang, Bubba Jallow, Ismaila Suwaneh, Ebrima Bojang, Osman Darboe, Lamin Samatha Sanjo, Dawda Ceesay, Lamin Samateh, Pateh Nyang, Baboucarr Savage, Demba Janneth, Sanusi Jabbi, Bakary Sanyang, Darbo, Kissima Bojang, Lamin and Gibbs.
Tourism
Did you-tourism is growing rapidly. Since the 2000s, the nation is one of the most popular attractions in West Africa. Why? There is a world of great things see and do in The Gambia. Vibrant African nation is known for its beautiful beaches, abundant wildlife, exotic cuisine, colonial architecture, luxury hotels, history, friendly people, of course, and traditions. At the same time, is one of the most stable nations. Less than 100,000 tourists, on average, each year visit this small paradise with 85% of those in Europe, Japan, Taiwan and the United States. Tourism is the second pillar economy.
Famous Visitors
Did you know "The English Speaking about the size of Connecticut – has been visited by Pope John Paul II in 1990.
Ancient History
Did you-Gambia now has its roots in the ancient empire of Mali, one of the most powerful kingdoms of the continent in the 14th century. At that time, the corridor was natural between Mali and the Atlantic Ocean. It was a colony of 15 European twentieth century to 1965, when he became an independent nation.
Foreign Affairs
Did you - During the cold war for over 24 years, the government this country had supported the anti-apartheid movement, with Uganda, Guyana, India and many other Third World countries. He has since refused recognition Pretoria. In the mid-1970s, The Gambia withdrew from the XXI Olympic Summer Games in Montreal, because the national rugby team New Zealand, an Olympic member had visited South Africa in an international pariah, between 1960 and 1991. In the next decade, has also boycotted several sporting events: the 1986 Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh (Scotland), in collaboration with other national teams like Kenya, Jamaica and the Bahamas.
Authors
Did you know you-LenRas Peters is the author most respected nation.
New Artemis Fowl book?
I tried to find everywhere, when is the next Artemis Fowl book (after The Lost Colony) out and what is its name? I am dying to know, because anyone who has read Lost Colony knowledge on the cliff of the final suspension. BIG BROTHER!
I want to know ... asked what kind of big brother to be, and how the twins are smart ... When I read the Lost Colony, I was like OMG !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And other things like girls, twins, what happened, fairies ... Yes. I just found site fan Eoin Colfer, who has a forum with people speculating on the next book, come to discover what could be !!!!!!!!!!!!!! LAST ! nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ......
Rob Grant - Colony - Part 1 - audio book
