Africa is a continent often overlooked as a possible tourist destination. West African countries, in particular, have hugely impacted the continent. From cuisines, music to clothing, and much more and Senegal is no exception.
Guinea, not to be confused with its neighbour, Guinea Bissau is situated on the western coast of Africa. This is a very interesting African country to visit as it has a unique post-colonial history which you can read here. A little, due to political instability in the country, the streets do feel very calm and not too tense but corruption is rife and you definitely have to keep your wits about you.
The capital, Conakry does however have a very pleasant big village feel to it which I quite enjoyed and felt safe in. People definitely do help each other and I often had strangers help me get taxis and translate what others were saying to me. Alongside this, the country is full of incredibly friendly and helpful people who make your experience in the country times better.
Many who stay in hotels are diplomats or government officials and therefore prices for below basic accommodation can often be extortionate. A tip I would give when travelling to Conakry is to book a few nights stay at a hotel and then ask locals or even hotel staff of other hotels nearby to find out the price of other hotels as they are often not listed online and maybe cheaper.
I stayed in a hotel called Le Petit Chalet hotel in the heart of the capital. Located in the capital, Conakry, this mosque is the largest mosque in Sub-Saharan Africa. It opened in and can facilitate over 25, people. The mosque has breathtaking architectural designs and is well worth a visit. Located in the centre of the busy city, this garden is an amazing contrast to the packed streets.
