Bamako, Mali · Africa
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Bamako is a major city located in Bamako, Mali. With a population of 4,227,569, it is one of the largest urban centers in Africa.
On a road trip, Bamako sits in Mali. It's in the Africa/Bamako time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Bamako to your route.
Bamako is the capital and largest city of Mali with a 2022 population of 4,227,569. It is located on the Niger River, near the rapids that divide the upper and middle Niger valleys in the southwestern part of the country, and the city is surrounded on all sides by the Koulikoro Region.
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administrative centre. The city is administered as separate capital district (distinct from any region of Mali) equivalent to a cercle, and is divided into seven communes. Bamako's river port is located in nearby Koulikoro, along with a major regional trade and conference centre. It is the seventh-largest West African urban centre after Lagos, Abidjan, Kano, Ibadan, Dakar, and Accra. Locally manufactured goods include textiles, processed meat, and metal goods as well as mining. Commercial fishing occurs on the Niger River.
In recent years, Bamako has seen significant urban development, with the construction of modern buildings, shopping malls, and infrastructure projects aimed at improving the quality of life for its residents. The city is home to many notable institutions, such as the University of Bamako, the National Museum of Mali, the Mali National Zoo, and the Grand Mosque of Bamako. It is also the location for the Modibbo Keita International Airport. The buildings of Bamako have a unique architectural style.
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Bamako is located in Bamako, Mali, Africa. The coordinates are 12.6091 latitude, -7.9752 longitude.
Bamako has a population of approximately 4,227,569 people, making it a major city in Mali.
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