Gorée (Île De Gorée)
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| Area | 28 |
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| Population | 1,680 (2013) |
| UNESCO World Heritage Site inscription | 1978 |
| UNESCO Site Id | 26 |
| Did you know | The island of Gorée lies off the coast of Senegal, opposite Dakar. |
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| ID | 1527662 |
About Gorée (Île De Gorée)
Gorée is a tiny, car-free island off the coast of Dakar, in Senegal. It's known for its role in the 15th- to 19th-century Atlantic slave trade. On the narrow streets, colonial buildings include the House of Slaves, now a museum. The 19th-century Fort d'Estrées houses the IFAN Historical Museum, with exhibits on Senegal's past. The Henriette Bathily Women's Museum considers the role of women in West African society.
