Southwestern Niger

Southwestern Niger is the western and southernmost region of Niger, spanning the Tillabére and Dosso provinces as well as the nation's capital on the Niger River. Regions Cities Ayorou — an important market town on a picturesque section of the Niger River. Dosso — at the junction of the roads to Benin and Zinder, this small town has a colorful market and an even more colorful chief's palace. Niamey — the laid back national capital. Other destinations Belayara — a market town home to one of West Africa's largest animal markets. Koure — home to the last herd of giraffes. W National Park — one of the Sahel's most important nature reserves and a popular tourist destination, straddling the border with Burkina Faso and Benin. Understand Talk Get in Get around See Itineraries Do Eat Drink Stay safe Get out This article is an outline and needs more content. It has a template, but there is not enough information present. Please plunge forward and help it grow!