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Mauritania: capital, population, borders and facts
Mauritania is a country in Africa. Its capital city is Nouakchott. Mauritania shares a land border with 4 countries: Algeria, Mali, Senegal and Western Sahara.
| Capital city | Nouakchott |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Land neighbours | 4: Algeria, Mali, Senegal, Western Sahara |
| Coastline | Yes. It is not landlocked. |
Outline of Mauritania
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Mauritania?
The capital of Mauritania is Nouakchott.
Which countries border Mauritania?
Mauritania borders Algeria, Mali, Senegal and Western Sahara.
Is Mauritania landlocked?
No, Mauritania is not landlocked.
Travel basics for Mauritania
In Mauritania, traffic drives on the right, plug types C and E and emergency number police 117, ambulance 101, fire 118. See plug type, voltage, driving side, emergency number, calling code and currency on the Mauritania travel basics page.
Put what you know about Mauritania to the test
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