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Djibouti

East Africa

Djibouti is a small but strategically vital nation at the Horn of Africa, sitting at the entrance to the Red Sea. It hosts military bases for several world powers due to its proximity to key shipping lanes. The country features some of Earth's most dramatic geological landscapes including Lake Assal, the lowest point in Africa.

Motto: “Unity, Equality, Peace”

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Population

1.1M

Capital

Djibouti

GDP

$3.7B

Languages

French, Arabic, Somali

Independence

1977

Currency

Djiboutian Franc (DJF)

Area

23,200 km²

Calling Code

+253

Official Name

Republic of Djibouti

Cultural Highlights

  • A crossroads of Afar, Somali, and Arab cultures with distinct traditions
  • Traditional Afar and Somali poetry and oral storytelling
  • The Ardha sword dance and traditional Afar dances
  • A unique culinary blend of Somali, French, and Ethiopian influences

Famous Landmarks

Lake AssalLake AbbeDay Forest National ParkGulf of Tadjoura

Travel Tips

  • Lake Assal, at 155 meters below sea level, is saltier than the Dead Sea
  • Lake Abbe's limestone chimneys create an otherworldly landscape at dawn
  • Whale shark encounters are possible in the Gulf of Tadjoura from October to February
  • Temperatures can exceed 45C in summer; visit between November and March
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