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Virtual journey of Burkina Faso Burkina Faso flag
Benjamine biting into a bag of sweet drink he has bought at the market

This virtual journey was transferred to the Cool Planet website from On the Line. Much of the information here relates to the time when the millennium dawned.

’Welcome into my home’ is the translation of the name of Burkina Faso’s capital city, Ouagadougou. The country is renowned for its hospitality and now you can explore this fascinating country for yourself.

Click on the buttons on the left to find out about the subject of your choice, or go to the guide book, where you can find background information and facts and figures on Burkina Faso. 

To test your knowledge you can try out the Burkina Faso quiz.

You can also read this virtual journey in French.

Text only printable version.

You can also take virtual journeys through the meridian-line countries of GhanaTogo, Mali, Algeria, Spain, France,and the United Kingdom.

Photo for Oxfam GB by Crispin Hughes