Museum of Black Civilizations
Dakar
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Focusing on black cultural contributions across the world, the Museum of Black Civilizations is spread across four floors and features sections like "The Cradle of Humanity", a collection of human remains found in Africa, and "Africa Now", which focuses on contemporary art made by black artists.
Do & See
Giant bronze statues, fantastic art museums, mosques, cathedrals and tons of fascinating history mean that you're sure to find plenty to do in Dakar. If you feel like exploring a bit further outside the city, attractions like the pink Lake Retba, the Village des Tortues, and the nearby Gorée Island make for great day trips.