Djibouti is a country in East Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Djibouti that most people don't know.
Djibouti's Lake Assal is Africa's lowest point at 155m below sea level and one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth. The country hosts more foreign military bases than any other nation, including US, French, Chinese and Japanese forces.
Djibouti hosts more foreign military bases than any other country.
Lake Assal is Africa's lowest point at 155m below sea level.
Djibouti controls the Bab-el-Mandeb strait — one of world's busiest shipping lanes.
Whale sharks gather predictably off Djibouti — a world-class diving destination.
Djibouti's Lake Assal is Africa's lowest point at 155m below sea level and one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth. The country hosts more foreign military bases than any other nation, including US, French, Chinese and Japanese forces.
Djibouti is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
Africa's lowest point at 155m below sea level — a hyper-saline crater lake encrusted in white salt
A surreal landscape of limestone chimneys rising from a flamingo-filled soda lake
The best spot in the world for swimming with whale sharks — seasonal gatherings of hundreds
Djibouti's only forest — a surprising green refuge of juniper trees in a desert country
Djibouti's Lake Assal is Africa's lowest point at 155m below sea level and one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth. The country hosts more foreign military bases than any other nation, including US, French, Chinese and Japanese forces.
The capital of Djibouti is Djibouti City.
Djibouti has a population of approximately 988K.
The official languages of Djibouti are French / Arabic.
Djibouti gained independence in 1977.
Djibouti uses the Djiboutian Franc (DJF).