π²π· Mauritania
Islamic Republic of Mauritania
Basic Information
Capital
Nouakchott
Region
Africa
/ Western Africa
Population
5,413,028
Area
1,030,700 kmΒ²
Currencies
Mauritanian ouguiya (UM)
Languages
Arabic
About Mauritania
Mauritania's history is deeply rooted in the ancient region of Mauretania, a territory encompassing parts of modern-day Algeria and extending to the Atlantic coast. Berber tribes initially inhabited the area, establishing a presence by the 3rd century CE. The arrival of Arab tribes in the late 7th century brought Islam and significantly shaped the cultural landscape. France colonized Mauritania in the early 20th century, integrating it into French West Africa. The nation finally achieved independence in 1960, though its post-colonial period has been marked by political instability.
Codes & Identifiers
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
MRISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
MRTFlag Emoji
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Political Information
System of Government
Islamic Republic
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes
Neighboring Countries
Additional Flags & Symbols
Historical