Mauritania Current Local Time; Date, time zone, and time difference

Mauritania Related information

Capital: Nouakchott

City English Name: Nouakchott

Country: Mauritania

Country English Name: Mauritania

Province: Nouakchott-Nord

Province English Name: Nouakchott-Nord

Country Area Code: +222

Longitude and Latitude: 17.9831° N, 16.9428° W

Currency: Mauritanian ouguiya (MRO)

Language: Arabic (official), French, Pulaar, Soninke, Wolof

IANA Time Zone: Africa/Nouakchott

Standard Time Zone: Western African Time (WAT)

Daylight Saving Time: Not observed

Introduction:

Mauritania, officially the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, is a country in Northwest Africa. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Senegal to the southwest, Mali to the southeast, Algeria to the northeast, and Morocco's Southern Provinces to the north. Mauritania is the 11th largest country in Africa, covering an area of 1,030,700 square kilometers (400,000 square miles). The country's population is estimated at 4.8 million, with the majority living in the south and west.

Mauritania's capital and largest city is Nouakchott, located on the Atlantic coast. The country is primarily Muslim, with a minority Christian population. The official languages are Arabic and French, although several other languages are also spoken. Mauritania is a member of the Arab League, the African Union, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.

The economy of Mauritania is heavily dependent on mining, particularly iron ore. The country also has significant reserves of copper, gold, and phosphate. In recent years, tourism has become an increasingly important sector of the economy. Mauritania has a rich cultural heritage, including traditional music, dance, and crafts. The country is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the ancient city of Chinguetti, the historic town of Ouadane, and the Banc d'Arguin National Park.