
Niger is an arid, landlocked country of the Sahel with a population of 12 million. It is bordered by Algeria, Mali, Burkina Faso, Benin, Nigeria, Chad and Libya. Niger is a former French colony which was granted independence in 1960. The land is mostly desert ... About Niger
Niamey
Niamey the capital of Niger, is a lively fairly modern city of around 800,000 on the banks of the Niger River in the Tillaberi ... Niamey Tourist Information
Maradi
Maradi is a city in Niger. Maradi Tourist Information
Zinder
Zinder is a city in southern Niger. Zinder Tourist Information
Agadez
Agadez is a historic city in Aïr region of Niger. Founded in the 11th century, Agadez was an important stop for caravans ... Agadez Tourist Information
Ayorou
Ayorou is a river-side town in Niger. It is three hours from Niamey with a colorful, laid-back Sunday market. It makes either ... Ayorou Tourist Information
Koure
Koure is a town in western Niger known for its location near West Africa's last heard of giraffes. Koure Tourist Information
Baleyara
Baleyara is a town in Niger. Located just two hours from Niamey on the route to Filingue. Baleyara Tourist Information