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Geographical & Cultural Overview

Dakar, a significant locality within Senegal, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Dakar, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude 14.6937 and longitude -17.44406, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 12 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 2,476,400 people, Dakar holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLC underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of 01. It is further organized within the subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as DKR, Dacar, Dacár, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Dakar are synchronized to the Africa/Dakar timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

DKR
Dacar
Dacár
Dakaa
Dakar
Dakara
Dakaras
Dakaro
Ndakaaru
Ntakar
da ka er
dakaleu
dakar
dakara
dakaru
dqr
takkar
Ντακάρ
Дакар
Դակար
דאקאר
דקר
داكار
داکار
ڈا کار
ڈاکار
डकार
ডাকার
ਡਾਕਾਰ
டக்கார்
ഡാക്കർ
ดาการ์
ཌ་ཀར།
დაკარი
ዳካር
ダカール
達喀爾
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