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Banjul to Brikama

Updated: March 14, 2024 09:15 AM
Brikama

Banjul to Brikama


Language

  • The official language of The Gambia is English.
  • However, the most widely spoken language is Mandinka.
  • Other languages spoken in The Gambia include Wolof, Fula, and Serer.

Currency

  • The currency of The Gambia is the dalasi (GMD).
  • 1 dalasi is divided into 100 bututs.
  • The exchange rate between the dalasi and the US dollar is approximately 45 GMD to 1 USD.

Distance

  • The distance between Banjul and Brikama is approximately 30 kilometers (19 miles).

How to Reach

  • The most common way to get from Banjul to Brikama is by taxi.
  • Taxis can be found at the Banjul ferry terminal and at the Brikama main market.
  • The fare for a taxi from Banjul to Brikama is approximately 500 GMD.
  • Another option is to take a public bus.
  • Public buses depart from the Banjul bus station and stop at the Brikama main market.
  • The fare for a public bus from Banjul to Brikama is approximately 20 GMD.

Expenses

  • The cost of a taxi from Banjul to Brikama is approximately 500 GMD.
  • The cost of a public bus from Banjul to Brikama is approximately 20 GMD.
  • The cost of food and drinks in Brikama is relatively inexpensive.
  • A meal at a local restaurant will cost around 200 GMD.
  • A bottle of water will cost around 10 GMD.

Best time to go

  • The best time to visit Brikama is during the dry season, which runs from November to April.
  • During the dry season, the weather is hot and sunny, with little rain.

What to Eat

  • Brikama is known for its delicious street food.
  • Some of the most popular street foods include:
    • Yassa
    • Domoda
    • Benechin
    • Fufu

Where to Go

  • Brikama is a great place to visit for its markets, mosques, and churches.
  • Some of the most popular attractions in Brikama include:
    • The Brikama Market
    • The Brikama Mosque
    • The Brikama Church
    • The Brikama National Park

FAQ

  • What is the best way to get from Banjul to Brikama?

    The best way to get from Banjul to Brikama is by taxi.

  • How much does it cost to get from Banjul to Brikama?

    The cost of a taxi from Banjul to Brikama is approximately 500 GMD.

  • What is the best time to visit Brikama?

    The best time to visit Brikama is during the dry season, which runs from November to April.

  • What are some of the most popular attractions in Brikama?

    Some of the most popular attractions in Brikama include the Brikama Market, the Brikama Mosque, the Brikama Church, and the Brikama National Park.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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