Gambia country

 

Gambia  Capital: Banjul

Gambia  Dialing code: +220

Gambia  Airport code: BJL

Gambia  Continent: Africa

Gambia  Area: 4,361sq mi  (11,295 km2)

Gambia  Currency:  Gambian Dalasi

Gambia  Official Language:  English

Gambia  Population: 2.5 million (Approx.)

Gambia  National Day: 18 February

Gambia  National Animal: Lion

Gambia  National Bird:  hamerkop

Gambia  National Fruit: No official

Gambia  National Flower:  White bluebell Orchid

Gambia  National Tree: Gmelina Arborea

Gambia  National Sport: Football

Gambia  Time zone: UTC ±0 ( GMT ±0)

Gambia  Driving side: Right side of the road

 

Gambia Flag:

The Red represents the sun, the green represents agriculture, and the blue and white stripes represent forest and peace.

Culture of the Gambia:

Most of Gambia is Indigenous, with influences from all religious creeds and beliefs. Its culture is mixed with ethnic groups and religious cultures, and it is both rich and diverse in some areas. The most popular religion in Gambia is Islam.

Gambia is full of culture, and the people are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. Its mixed religious influences attract visitors.

Must visit places in the Gambia:

• Banjul
• Bijilo Forest Park
• Kotu Beach
• Juffure

Traditional Festivals in Gambia:

• Griot's
• Kartong Festival
• Independence Day
• International Roots Festival

Gambia Must-try Foods:

• Akara
• Yassa
• Ebbeh
• Tapalapa bread

Weather in the Gambia:

The Gambia country has two seasons. Wet Season June-October. The dry seasons are May and November.

Economics of the Gambia:

Gambia is more dependent on agriculture. Its GDP is $2.4 billion (approximately), ranking it 160 in the world. This country has 64% debt. The natural source sector is Gambia's main source of income.

Gambia imports petroleum, food, medicines, and machinery. Its exports are Groundnuts, Fish, steel, agriculture, and Scrap iron.

Gambia's export and import partners are China, France, India, the USA, Denmark, Vietnam, and Mali.

Sports in the Gambia:

Football is the most popular and national sport in Gambia. Other popular sports in Gambia are football, basketball, volleyball, Softball, cycling, athletes, and Beach volleyball.

Transport in the Gambia:

How many airports are in the Gambia?

There are 1 airports including international, private, and domestic.  Banjul International Airport is the biggest airport in the Gambia.

Gambia's main public transport modes are buses, airlines, Railways, and water, which are low-cost ways to get around.

How many countries travel without visas to Gambia?

There are 49 countries without visas. It grants 16 e-visas and 22 on-arrival visas. A visa is required for 139 countries.

The passport ranks 76 in the world.

Defense in the Gambia:

Gambia is one of the least militarized countries in the world. The Armed Forces of Gambia is the military, with limited powers of 4,000 (approx...) active duty personnel, and people protecting their country. $0.2 Billion approx. budget of defense. The rank of defense in the world is 150.

Gambia Country Top 5 Interesting Facts:

•  Gambia is the smallest country in mainland Africa.
• Gambia's major source of income is agriculture.
• Gambia is home to 9 different tribes.
• Gambia has 50 miles of coastline
• Gambians vote using marbles.