Speedbird: Ouagadougou

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Ouagadougou Burkina Faso

Ouagadougou is the largest city in Burkina Faso. Located in the center of the country, the city is not just the capital, but also the hub of just about anything in Burkina Faso. The city has wide tree-lined boulevards and several interesting sights. The National Museum is located in a fenced area with buildings in African style. The museum has an interesting display of ancestral statues and traditional costumes of Burkina Faso’s major ethnic groups. Other interesting sites to visit are the Nouveau Grand Marche , the National Museum of Music, the Musée de Manega, the Jardin de l'amitié Ouaga-Loudun and the Moro Naba Palace. Ouagadougou is a fairly modern city with hotels, restaurants, bars, small markets, mosques and churches. The atmosphere is relaxed and its inhabitants are known to be very hospitable and friendly. The city a lively nightclub and live music scene.

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Ouagadougou (OUA)