Nouakchott - Revision history

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	*'''Auberge Menata''', [http://www.escales-mauritanie.com/index.html]. Owner speaks English. Help with renting a car and a guide. High reputation with former guests. Dorms with shared facilities from 3000 ougiya per person, tent from 1500 ougiya.		*'''Auberge Menata''', [http://www.escales-mauritanie.com/index.html]. Owner speaks English. Help with renting a car and a guide. High reputation with former guests. Dorms with shared facilities from 3000 ougiya per person, tent from 1500 ougiya.
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		+	'''It should be noted that since this was written the Auberge Menata has changed ownership and some are reporting a rapid decline in standards, particularly security.'''[http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/thread.jspa?threadID=2147633]

	*'''Auberge JMC''', behind the Novotel, - rooms start from 10000 oug. WiFi available. It's not signposted - look for flowers on the front fence.		*'''Auberge JMC''', behind the Novotel, - rooms start from 10000 oug. WiFi available. It's not signposted - look for flowers on the front fence.

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	If you're feeling bold, simply start asking around if anyone knows where to get drinks. Several people will sell it here and there, smuggled from Senegal, but don't expect anything top shelf. A small bottle should run you around 6,000-10,000 per.		If you're feeling bold, simply start asking around if anyone knows where to get drinks. Several people will sell it here and there, smuggled from Senegal, but don't expect anything top shelf. A small bottle should run you around 6,000-10,000 per.
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		+	Update 23/03/2013 : No more alcohol in clubs or restaurants... it becomes very hard to find !

	==Sleep==		==Sleep==

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	==Get out==		==Get out==
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		+	[[Category: Populated places in Mauritania]]

	{{IsPartOf\|Coastal Mauritania}}		{{IsPartOf\|Coastal Mauritania}}

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 *In central Nouakchott, the '''Hotel Houda''' and '''Atlas''' are not bad options. Other mid-range hotels include '''Park Hotel''' and '''Amane''' on Ave Nasser and '''Hotel Mouna''' north of the Novotel/Tfeila.
-*'''Auberge Menata''', [http://www.escales-mauritanie.com/index.html]. Owner speaks English. Help with renting a car and a guide. High reputation with former guests. Dorms with shared facilities from 2500 ougiya per person, tent from 1500 ougiya.
+*'''Auberge Menata''', [http://www.escales-mauritanie.com/index.html]. Owner speaks English. Help with renting a car and a guide. High reputation with former guests. Dorms with shared facilities from 3000 ougiya per person, tent from 1500 ougiya.
 *'''Auberge JMC''', behind the Novotel, - rooms start from 10000 oug. WiFi available. It's not signposted - look for flowers on the front fence.

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 '''Traditional Mauritanian handicrafts''' are available in hotels, at the museum, and in shops catering to tourists at the top of Avenue Kennedy. Silver jewelery - such as bracelets and earrings - make popular souvenirs. Rugs made of camel wool can also be purchased. Items from Mauritania's fast-disappearing nomadic lifestyle - camel saddles and wooden chests - can be purchased.
-Unfortunately many items for sale in Nouakchott are of shoddy workmanship. Be prepared for some determined tracking down to find a quality piece. Dakar, Senegal is also a good place to purchase jewelery from Moorish silversmiths.
+Unfortunately many items for sale in Nouakchott are of shoddy workmanship. Be prepared for some determined tracking down to find a quality piece. Dakar, Senegal is also a good place to purchase jewelery from Moorish silversmiths. There is a small collection of artisans selling quality good on Autoroute Rosso, away from the airport, but it is hard to find. Sometimes referred to as the Aritsian's Market or the Zoo. Most prices given to you can usually be haggled down to about a third of the given price, so don't be afraid to walk away!
 * '''Markets''': the Marche Capitale and Marche Sixieme are the most interesting for purchasing local specialities and souvenirs. The Camel Market on the outskirts of town on the road to Boutilimit makes an interesting visit.

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	==Stay Safe==		==Stay Safe==
		+	Like anywhere else, try to stay in groups after dark. You might occasionally run into some rude folks, but by and large, Mauritanians are a very nice people! Don't be surprised to be offered a glass of tea in a shop.

	==Cope==		==Cope==

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 ==Eat==
-There is a decent variety of restaurants in Nouakchott with plates from 1000 to 2500 UM. Most restaurants in the capital offer pretty much the same menu - simple pizzas, hamburgers, sandwiches, and salads.
+There is a decent variety of restaurants in Nouakchott with plates from 1000 to 3500 UM. Most restaurants in the capital offer pretty much the same menu - simple pizzas, hamburgers, sandwiches, and salads. Nicer places, such as Plan B, New Rest or Iman, will have steaks, brochettes, seafood and even curry!
 *There is a string of restaurants on the road from the Stade Olympique to the French Embassy. Good ones include '''Pizza Lina''', '''Cafe Liban''', and '''Le Petit Cafe'''.
 *'''The Sahara Cafe''', on the other side of the stadium, is also a good place for pizza, sandwiches or Lebanese, and has some of the best reasonably-priced food in town. Come by late at night for some an excellent evening of hooka and hummus! Open late.
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 *On Ave du Palais des Congres there's '''Chickandy''', which is halal Fried Chicken as well as '''Pizza Italia''', one of the better pizza shops in town.
 *Near Marche Capitale, there is a street of sandwich shops that offer near-identical menus, the best of which is the '''Prince''' (which taxi drivers know by name).
 ==Drink==

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 Mauritania is a dry country, but alcohol can still be found if you know where to look! Many of the French and Spanish owned clubs and restaurants will have some whiskey or beer available, depending on their supply, and will run from 2000-3000 oug a drink. If you're checking in the United States embassy, ask the Marines on duty (please be subtle about it) if they're having a party! You'll have a great time in a safe place. Same can be said at just about every embassy, as the expat community is very close and will spend the weekends together.
-Monotel - Ran by a Spanish Father and Son, this local gets busy at around two in the morning and regularly plays hosts to Senegalese DJs. Decent restaurant and bar by day, is a fairly reliable source for whiskey.
+'''Monotel''' - Ran by a Spanish Father and Son, this local gets busy at around two in the morning and regularly plays hosts to Senegalese DJs. Decent restaurant and bar by day, is a fairly reliable source for whiskey.
-Naf's Cafe - Located behind Friso's will also have beer, whisky rum and vodka.
+'''Naf's Cafe''' - Located behind Friso's will also have beer, whisky rum and vodka.
 Cafe in the American Embassy will also have drinks during the day.

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	==Drink==		==Drink==
		+	Mauritania is a dry country, but alcohol can still be found if you know where to look! Many of the French and Spanish owned clubs and restaurants will have some whiskey or beer available, depending on their supply, and will run from 2000-3000 oug a drink. If you're checking in the United States embassy, ask the Marines on duty (please be subtle about it) if they're having a party! You'll have a great time in a safe place. Same can be said at just about every embassy, as the expat community is very close and will spend the weekends together.
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		+	Monotel - Ran by a Spanish Father and Son, this local gets busy at around two in the morning and regularly plays hosts to Senegalese DJs. Decent restaurant and bar by day, is a fairly reliable source for whiskey.
		+	Naf's Cafe - Located behind Friso's will also have beer, whisky rum and vodka.
		+	Cafe in the American Embassy will also have drinks during the day.
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		+	If you're feeling bold, simply start asking around if anyone knows where to get drinks. Several people will sell it here and there, smuggled from Senegal, but don't expect anything top shelf. A small bottle should run you around 6,000-10,000 per.

	==Sleep==		==Sleep==