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Ayoun El Atrous

Hodh El Gharbi, Mauritania · Africa

About Ayoun El Atrous

Ayoun El Atrous sits on the route: 1 hours from Ṭinṭâne.

Ayoun El Atrous is a town located in Hodh El Gharbi, Mauritania. With a population of 28,174, it is an important destination in Africa.

On a road trip, Ayoun El Atrous sits in Mauritania. It's in the Africa/Nouakchott time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ayoun El Atrous to your route.

About Ayoun El Atrous

Ayoun al Atrous (also known as Aioun el Atrouss) (Arabic: عيون العتروس) is a town in southern Mauritania. It is located at around 16°40′0″N 9°37′0″W. It is the capital of Hodh El Gharbi region. The city is served by the Aioun el Atrouss Airport, 6 kilometres (4 mi) north-west of the city. The town is located in the

Read more southern area of the Aoukar, a former lake basin. Ayoun al Atrous was one of the stops in the 2007 Dakar Rally.

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Where is Ayoun El Atrous located?

Ayoun El Atrous is located in Hodh El Gharbi, Mauritania, Africa. The coordinates are 16.6614 latitude, -9.6149 longitude.

What is the population of Ayoun El Atrous?

Ayoun El Atrous has a population of approximately 28,174 people, making it a town in Mauritania.

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Quick Information

Population
28,174
Continent
Africa
Country
Mauritania
Region
Hodh El Gharbi
Timezone
Africa/Nouakchott
Coordinates
16.6614, -9.6149

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AfricaMauritaniaHodh El GharbiTown

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