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Laayoune • Africa/El_Aaiun
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Country Information
Capital
LaayounePopulation
271,331
Area
266,000 km²
Largest City
LaayouneDaylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
EH / ESH
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
Arabic, Spanish
Currency
Moroccan Dirham (د.م.) - د.م.100
Coordinates
Decimal:27.1418, -13.1880
DMS:27°08′30″N, 13°11′17″W
Elevation
Highest:463 m
Lowest:-55 m
Average:204 m
International Dialing Code
+212
Time Zones
• Africa/El_Aaiun| WEST (UTC+1)
About Western Sahara
•Western Sahara is a territory located in North Africa, bordered by Morocco to the north, Algeria to the northeast, and Mauritania to the east and south.
•The region was colonized by Spain in the late 19th century and was known as Spanish Sahara until its decolonization process began in the mid-20th century.
•In 1975, following the Madrid Accords, Spain withdrew from Western Sahara, leading to a conflict between Morocco and the Sahrawi nationalist movement known as the Polisario Front.
•The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) was proclaimed by the Polisario Front in 1976, claiming sovereignty over Western Sahara.
•Western Sahara is rich in natural resources, including phosphates, which are crucial for agricultural fertilizers, and fishing grounds along its coast.
•The landscape of Western Sahara is predominantly desert, featuring the vast Erg Chegaga and Erg Lihoudi sand dunes, as well as rocky plateaus.
•The primary languages spoken in Western Sahara are Arabic and Spanish, reflecting its colonial history and cultural influences.
•Islam is the predominant religion in Western Sahara, with the majority of the population being Sunni Muslims.
•Traditional Sahrawi culture is characterized by a nomadic lifestyle, with a rich oral tradition of poetry and storytelling.
•The Sahrawi people celebrate various cultural events, including the annual Festival of the Sahrawi Culture, which showcases traditional music, dance, and crafts.
•Western Sahara is known for its unique biodiversity, including endemic species of flora and fauna adapted to its arid environment.
•The territory has significant cultural landmarks, such as the historic city of Smara, which was once a center of Sahrawi culture and politics.
•The ongoing territorial dispute has led to a protracted humanitarian situation, with many Sahrawis living in refugee camps in Algeria since the 1970s.
•The international community remains divided on the issue of Western Sahara's status, with various countries and organizations advocating for self-determination for the Sahrawi people.
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