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Mali Travel and Destination Guide
OVERVIEW
Famous for mud and music, Mali is more traditional West Africa than its coastal neighbours. The only image you are likely to have of the landlocked desert country is of Mali's striking mud brick architecture, and the surreal Great Mosque of Djenne is the largest mud building in the world. Mali's other great claim to fame is its music: celebrated son Ali Farka Toure brought Malian blues to the world. Visit his birthplace, legendary Timbuktu (if only to say you've been), or get a taste of pre-colonial Africa on a hike through Dogon country, where entire villages are carved into the face of spectacular cliffs. Being one of the world's poorest countries means infrastructure is rough at best, so you should be prepared for a few bumps in the road-literally and otherwise.
MALI TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS
Culture and art of the Dogon people
Timbuktu
Djenne Mosque and Monday market
River boating and sunset over the Niger River
Mopti
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| Mali Desert Festival | Trip Code:DDDF | Days: 14 |
| An exciting 14-day adventure in Mali! Enjoy the dancing, music, camel races and revelry at the Festival of the Desert, as well as the scenery, architecture and landscape of this fascinating country.[ more ] |   | From USD 2,349 Local Payment 500 EUR |
| Mali Dogon Discovery | Trip Code:DDDD | Days: 15 |
| Sweeping orange and brown colours dominate the extraordinary landscape of Mali, home of the legendary city of Timbuktu. Head out on an unforgettable journey filled with fascinating architecture, captivating villages and bustling markets.[ more ] | | From USD 2,399 Local Payment 500 EUR |
