Location: Western Africa, surrounded by Libya and Algeria to the north, Nigeria and Benin to the south, Chad in the east, and Mali and Burkina Faso to the west.
Capital: Niamey
Tourist Attractions: Niger is a semi-arid country, famous for its desert landscapes, black volcanic mountains, green valleys, hot springs, cascading waterfalls, fascinating desert cities with wide tree-lined avenues, and nomadic tribal populations. The prime tourist attractions in Niger include the vast Ténéré Desert, Agadez, famous for its caravans, springs and unique architecture; Aïr Mountains (north of Agadez), famous for its unique wildlife and springs nearby; and the town of Zinder, with a magnificent Palace and Mosque. Other tourist attractions in Niger include Grande Mosque at Niamey, Parc National Du W Du Niger (national park), and the Sultan’s Palace and Mosque in Dosso. Visitors can also enjoy activities like canoeing, fishing and motor boating along the Niger River.
Access: Many airlines including Air Algerie, Air France, Royal Air Maroc and Sudan Airways fly
to Niamey from various destinations in Europe and Africa. Bus services also operate between Niger and Benin, Burkina Faso and Mali.
Climate: Niger enjoys a desert climate with hot and humid summers, with exception being the extreme south that experiences a tropical climate. While the dry season lasts from October to May, rainy season is from July to August.