About
The island of Gorée lies off the coast of Senegal, opposite Dakar. From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-trading centre on the African coast. Ruled in succession by the Portuguese, Dutch, English and French, its architecture is characterized by the contrast between the grim slave-quarters and the elegant houses of the slave traders. Today it continues to serve as a reminder of human exploitation and as a sanctuary for reconciliation.
Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia
Plan your visit
Booking
Booking recommended
When to go
- Time of day: Morning, Afternoon
Features & amenities
What to expect
- Indoor + outdoor
What to bring
- Water
- sun protection
- swimwear
- towel
Tags
Planning Dakar
The rest of my Dakar saves, on the city's planning pages.