Mali Tombouctou Region
Timbuktu
Ancient Saharan city in Mali, renowned for its Islamic scholarly past and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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Timbuktu is a historic city in the Tombouctou Region of Mali and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was once a major trading hub for gold, salt, and slaves in West Africa and its mosques and Islamic schools attest to the city's important role as a center of Islamic scholarship. Visitors to Timbuktu can explore the old city's unique architecture and learn about its rich cultural heritage.
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