Adrar

Locality, Adrar

Mauritania

Adrar

Tea ceremony, Mauritania
Tea ceremony, Mauritania Credit: valerian.guillot

Adrar is a locality located in the Adrar region of Mauritania. Situated in the northwestern part of the country, Adrar serves as the administrative center of the region. With a population of approximately 30,000 people, it is one of the largest cities in Mauritania.

Adrar is situated in a desert region, surrounded by vast stretches of sand dunes and rocky landscapes. The town itself is characterized by low-rise buildings made of traditional materials, reflecting the local architectural style. The climate in Adrar is extremely arid, with scorching temperatures during the day and cool nights.

The economy of Adrar is largely based on agriculture and livestock farming, with locals relying on subsistence farming for their livelihoods. The region is known for producing dates, millet, and vegetables. Additionally, Adrar has a small tourism industry, attracting visitors with its unique desert landscapes and cultural heritage. Tourists can explore ancient mosques, traditional markets, and archaeological sites, offering insights into the rich history of the region.

Adrar is also an important transportation hub, connecting various regions of Mauritania through a network of roads. The town has basic infrastructure, including schools, healthcare facilities, and government offices. However, access to modern amenities and services is limited.

Overall, Adrar is a remote locality in Mauritania that offers visitors an opportunity to experience the beauty of the desert, glimpse into the local way of life, and explore the historical heritage of the region.

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Adrar is a locality in Adrar, Mauritania. It has an elevation of 314 meters above sea level. Information correct as at Saturday 7th August 2010.

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Adrar Data

Name Value
Id 7405583
Name Adrar
Asciiname Adrar
Alternatenames
Latitude 20.77037
Longitude -13.09712
Feature Class L
Feature Id LCTY
Country Id MR
Cc2
Admin1 Code 07
Admin2 Code
Area Id MR.07
District Id MR.07.
Admin3 Code
Admin4 Code
Population 0
Elevation 0
Dem 314
Timezone Id Africa/Nouakchott
Modification Date 2010-08-07
What3words trebles.absorption.triplets
What3words Place Atar, Adrar
Feature locality: a minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries
Timezone Africa/Nouakchott MR GMT 0.0
Country Africa Sub-Saharan Africa Western Africa Mauritania

Nearby Features

Located within 500m of 20.77037,-13.09712
Adrar
GNS Dsg Code: LCTY
GNS Dsg Name: locality
GNS Id: 10723569
GNS Modify Date: 2010-07-30
Name Ar: أدرر
Name En: Adrar
Place: locality
Source: GNS
Lat/Long: 20.770372/-13.097121
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.