Banjul, Gambia · Africa
Serekunda sits on the route in Gambia.
Serekunda is a city located in Banjul, Gambia. With a population of 340,000, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Serekunda 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 Serekunda to your route.
Serekunda (or Serrekunda; Wolof pronunciation: [sɛːɾɛkuⁿd̺ɐ]) is a major city and the largest metropolitan area in The Gambia. It is situated close to the Atlantic coast, on the Gambia River, near the capital, Banjul. Serekunda and Banjul form an urban area known as the Kombos, with about half of the population of theRead more
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Serekunda was named for Sayerr Jobe, who founded it in the 19th century. It merged with several villages into a larger urban area. Banjul's growth has been restricted due to being a small island, leading to Serekunda growing in population and businesses moving there from Banjul. Serekunda has been the site of political protests, and candidates from several parties have won seats. Since the 1980s, Serekunda has been a regional centre of the Tablighi Jamaat religious movement.
Serekunda's market is the largest in the country. Along the coast, the Senegambia Strip is a popular place for foreign tourists, including sex tourists. Gambian wrestling is a popular sport, and the city has multiple football stadiums.
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Serekunda is located in Banjul, Gambia, Africa. The coordinates are 13.4383 latitude, -16.6781 longitude.
Serekunda has a population of approximately 340,000 people, making it a city in Gambia.
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