Central River, Gambia · Africa
Kass Wollof sits on the route: 20 minutes from Wassu.
Kass Wollof is a town located in Central River, Gambia. With a population of 1,109, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Kass Wollof sits in Gambia. It's in the Africa/Banjul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kass Wollof to your route.
Kassang, also spelled Kassan, Cassan, Cassao, or Gassang, was an important town just north of the river Gambia in the 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries. 300 km from the mouth of the river, the location was strategic as it marked the furthest point that ocean-going ships could go. It was the major river port and tradingRead more
center of the Kingdom of Niani, with lancados (including the famous Ganagoga) exchanging kola, horses, beads, metal goods, cloth and more with the locals. It was also a stocking point for salt and other goods being shipped upriver to Sutukoba and beyond. The village of Kassang and its port on the riverside were surrounded by tatas and commanded by a saltigi.
In 1618, the resident Portuguese traders massacred a crew of Englishmen looking to tap into the trade of the river. In 1651, Jacob Kettler, Duke of Courland, in present-day Latvia, purchased land for a trading post in Kassang as well as at James Island, Banyon Point (now Half Die), and Jufureh.
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Kass Wollof is located in Central River, Gambia, Africa. The coordinates are 13.7833 latitude, -14.9333 longitude.
Kass Wollof has a population of approximately 1,109 people, making it a town in Gambia.
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