World Heritage Identification Number: 116
World Heritage since: 1988
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: Yes
Country: 🇲🇱 Mali
Continent: Africa
UNESCO World Region: Africa
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Exploring the Rich History of the Old Towns of Djenné
The Old Towns of Djenné, situated in the heart of Mali, West Africa, offer a unique blend of history, culture, and architectural marvel. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has been inhabited since around 250 BC, making it a significant location for understanding the region's ancient past.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Inhabited since 250 B.C., Djenné became a market centre and an important link in the trans-Saharan gold trade. In the 15th and 16th centuries, it was one of the centres for the propagation of Islam. Its traditional houses, of which nearly 2,000 have survived, are built on hillocks (toguere) as protection from the seasonal floods.
Encyclopedia Record: Old Towns of Djenné
The Old Towns of Djenné is an archaeological and urban ensemble located in the city of Djenné, in Mali. It comprises four archaeological sites, namely Djenné-Djeno, Hambarkétolo, Kaniana, and Tonomba. In 1988, it was inscribed by the UNESCO on the World Heritage list.Additional Site Details
Area: Not available
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
Coordinates: 13.90639 , -4.555
