Largest Cities in Senegal

by | January 20, 2021

Facts about Senegal

Official languages: French, Wolof
Capital: Dakar
Area: 196,190 km²
Population: 12.3 million residents
Population density: 62.81 residents per km²
Currency: XOF
Internet TLD: .sn
ISO codes: SN, SEN, 686
The country code for Senegal is +221

Flag of Senegal

The flag of Senegal, which was adopted in 1960, is composed of three vertical stripes of green, yellow and red. In addition, there is a green five-pointed star in the middle of the central yellow stripe. The colors of the stripes are typical pan-African, where green represents the lush vegetation of the country and the Muslim faith of the population, yellow the heat of the sun, art and prosperity, and red the blood shed in the struggle for independence. The tricolor was inspired by the French tricolor, as Senegal was a French colony until 1960. The green star symbolizes openness to the other five continents. Senegal originally shared a flag with Mali, which carried the kanaga symbol (an image of black people).

 

Flag of Senegal

The Republic of Senegal is a state in West Africa, located on the Atlantic Ocean, in the far west of Africa. Senegal lies in the transition from the Sahel to the tropics. The eastern neighbor is Mali. In the north Senegal borders with the border river Senegal on Mauritania and in the south on Guinea and Guinea-Bissau. Senegal completely surrounds the Gambia, which is also located on the Atlantic. See Senegal Location on World Map.

Biggest Cities of Senegal by Population

The largest city in Senegal is the capital, Dakar. Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, it has a population of over 3 million people and is a vibrant and modern city with plenty to see and do. Popular attractions here include African Renaissance Monument which is an impressive bronze sculpture; IFAN Museum of African Arts which houses some fascinating exhibits; and Ile de Gorée which is an island off the coast of Dakar that offers stunning views over the city. Other attractions worth visiting include Dakar Grand Mosque which is one of the largest mosques in West Africa; Place de l’Indépendance which is a great spot for people watching; and Musée Théodore Monod which contains some interesting artifacts from Senegal’s history.

The second largest city in Senegal is Touba. Located in the central part of the country, it has a population of around 1 million people and serves as an important religious center with plenty to explore. Popular attractions here include Grand Mosque de Touba where visitors can admire some impressive architecture; Parc National du Niokolo-Koba where visitors can explore some beautiful landscapes; or Village Artisanal de Touba where visitors can pick up some unique souvenirs. Other cities worth visiting include Saint Louis where visitors can explore some interesting museums such as Musée Historique or Musée des Civilisations Nègres; Kaolack where visitors can admire some beautiful churches such as Eglise Catholique or Eglise Protestante; or Thiès where visitors can explore some old plantations such as Ferme Belle Vue or Ferme Fleur de Lys.

# City Population Latitude Longitude
1 Dakar, Senegal 2,476,511 14.6937 -17.4441
2 Pikine, Senegal 874,173 14.7646 -17.3907
3 Touba, Senegal 529,287 14.85 -15.8833
4 Thies, Senegal 320,111 14.7894 -16.926
5 Thies Nones, Senegal 252,431 14.7833 -16.9667
6 Saint-Louis, Senegal 176,111 16.0179 -16.4896
7 Kaolack, Senegal 172,416 14.152 -16.0726
8 Ziguinchor, Senegal 159,889 12.568 -16.2733
9 Tiebo, Senegal 100,400 14.6333 -16.2333
10 Tambacounda, Senegal 78,911 13.7707 -13.6673
11 Mbake, Senegal 74,211 14.7903 -15.908
12 Louga, Senegal 67,265 15.6187 -16.2244
13 Kolda, Senegal 58,920 12.8939 -14.9412
14 Richard-Toll, Senegal 44,863 16.4625 -15.7008
15 Joal-Fadiout, Senegal 36,846 14.1667 -16.8333
16 N’diareme limamoulaye, Senegal 35,282 14.7815 -17.3841
17 Dara, Senegal 30,111 15.3484 -15.4799
18 Kaffrine, Senegal 28,507 14.1059 -15.5508
19 Ndibene Dahra, Senegal 27,852 15.3338 -15.4766
20 Bignona, Senegal 26,348 12.8103 -16.2264
21 Pourham, Senegal 24,257 14.35 -16.4167
22 Velingara, Senegal 22,552 13.15 -14.1167
23 Nioro du Rip, Senegal 20,822 13.75 -15.8
24 Sedhiou, Senegal 19,813 12.7081 -15.5569
25 Mekhe, Senegal 19,353 15.1097 -16.6218
26 Kedougou, Senegal 18,033 12.5556 -12.1808
27 Nguekhokh, Senegal 17,996 14.5126 -17.0045
28 Pout, Senegal 17,863 14.771 -17.0611
29 Kayar, Senegal 17,304 14.9189 -17.1198
30 Guinguineo, Senegal 15,506 14.2667 -15.95
31 Matam, Senegal 15,417 15.6559 -13.2554
32 Mermoz Boabab, Senegal 15,111 14.7065 -17.4758
33 Ouro Sogui, Senegal 14,999 15.6059 -13.3223
34 Koungheul, Senegal 14,836 13.9833 -14.8
35 Ndioum, Senegal 13,309 16.5129 -14.6471
36 Khombole, Senegal 12,172 14.7667 -16.7
37 Sokone, Senegal 11,791 13.8833 -16.3667
38 Gueoul, Senegal 11,029 15.4833 -16.35
39 Tiadiaye, Senegal 10,964 14.4167 -16.7
40 Kanel, Senegal 10,276 15.4916 -13.1763
41 Ndofane, Senegal 10,057 13.9167 -15.9333
42 Rosso, Senegal 10,034 16.4203 -15.7983
43 Gandiaye, Senegal 10,005 14.2333 -16.2667
44 Waounde, Senegal 9,196 15.2637 -12.8682
45 Diofior, Senegal 8,756 14.1833 -16.6667
46 Tionk Essil, Senegal 8,262 12.7856 -16.5217
47 Diawara, Senegal 8,223 15.022 -12.5437
48 Marsassoum, Senegal 6,928 12.8275 -15.9806
49 Passi, Senegal 6,478 13.9833 -16.2667
50 Golere, Senegal 5,572 16.2558 -14.1017
51 Foundiougne, Senegal 5,417 14.1333 -16.4667
52 Seme, Senegal 5,186 15.1942 -12.9448

Senegal: Dakar

According to Abbreviation Finder, the capital of Senegal is Dakar. Dakar is located on the Cape Vert Peninsula and thus on the Atlantic. 2.5 million people live in Dakar. The city continues to grow due to high birth rates and rural exodus and now occupies the entire peninsula.

Due to its location, Dakar is the westernmost city in Africa. It is also known for the Dakar Rally, a long-distance desert rally, the goal of which it was annually until 2007.

Countries neighboring Senegal