Guinea is a country in West Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Guinea that most people don't know.
Guinea is called the Water Tower of West Africa because three of the region's major rivers — the Niger, Senegal and Gambia — all originate in the Fouta Djallon highlands here. The country also holds the world's largest bauxite reserves.
Guinea is called the Water Tower of West Africa — the Niger, Senegal and Gambia rivers originate here.
Guinea has the world's largest bauxite reserves — over 40 billion tonnes.
Guinea was the first French colony to vote for full independence in 1958.
The Fouta Djallon highlands are one of West Africa's most spectacular landscapes.
Guinea is called the Water Tower of West Africa because three of the region's major rivers — the Niger, Senegal and Gambia — all originate in the Fouta Djallon highlands here. The country also holds the world's largest bauxite reserves.
Guinea is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A dramatic highland plateau with waterfalls, deep gorges and traditional Fulani villages
UNESCO trans-border mountain massif with unique biodiversity — viviparous toads found nowhere else
A beautiful archipelago of palm-fringed islands just off Conakry — pirate hideouts turned beach paradise
Spectacular waterfalls in the lush highlands east of Conakry
Guinea is called the Water Tower of West Africa because three of the region's major rivers — the Niger, Senegal and Gambia — all originate in the Fouta Djallon highlands here. The country also holds the world's largest bauxite reserves.
The capital of Guinea is Conakry.
Guinea has a population of approximately 13.5M.
The official language of Guinea is French.
Guinea gained independence in 1958.
Guinea uses the Guinean Franc (GNF).