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Laurie Dobson
"1.5 hours from Atar, the ancient city of Chinguetti. The oldest city in Mauritania and medieval trading centre located on the trans-Saharan trade routes, Chinguetti was also a caravan stop on the Mecca route, and is the 7th holiest city in Islam. The city has also been rebuilt twice, the two two previous city structures were completely buried by sand."
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Mauritania: A complete beginners guide
For anyone and everyone who wants to visit Mauritania, a desert gem and home of the infamous Iron Ore Train 🚂 Includes a guide on arriving in Nouakchott, transport tips, pinned tried and tested spots for sightseeing, restaurants, cafes and more from across Nouakchott, Atar, and Nouadhibou, as well as everything you need to know before, during and after riding the ore train!
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