Chad - tourism -- Review --
Although Chad is an attractive destination, yet few tourists visit the country. And there is a good reason for that - Chad is a place that is not easy to go to. But for people who are not afraid of long journeys and murderous heat, efforts are crowned with happy success.
Chad-tourism -- Places
Top destinations in Chad
| No |
Destination |
Information |
| 1 |
N'Djamena |
The war has brought down the liveliness of this biggest city of Chad, and after the war, N'Djamena is tying to regain back its reputation as one of the liveliest city in Africa. Here in N'Djamena, you can still see buildings riddled with bullet holes, but despite of this, there is still some cheerful atmosphere to it as you tour its historic quarters as well as the its marketplace. You can also visit its National Museum to see wonderful artifacts . |
| 2 |
Zakouma National Park |
This is a national park where you can also see the Bahr Salamat and its branches as they run across the plains. During the war, this national park lost most of its wildlife because of poaching and the effects of civil war. But now, the government of Chad has reintroduced back the animals, and so the park is what it once was. |
| 3 |
Lake Chad |
Despite the fact that the lake is rapidly shrinking and there are fewer animals around the lake this is still a good place to visit. The best time to visit this lake is at about August to December when it is at its fullest, and you can see a lone hippopotamus or a lone crocodile swim by. |
| 4 |
Abeche |
If you want to see more desert charm, then Abeche is the place for you to go to. Here, its oriental charisma is palpable. You can stroll along its streets made from cobblestones and visit some of its mosques as well as the markets. |
| 5 |
Tibesti Mountains |
This is a must-see place as it is home to the Toubou Tribe. This is also popular for its racing camels. What you can see here are majestic chasms and crags, perfect for any nature lover. |
| 6 |
Sarh |
This is Chad's third biggest city. Its main source of income is through its sugarcane and cotton plantations. What you can see and enjoy here is its national museum and the Center Artisanal where you can also buy some of your souvenirs to take home with you. |
| 7 |
Avenue Charles de Gaulle |
Avenue Charles de Gaulle is one of the main streets of N'Djamena. Populated by embassies and colonial houses, it is evidence of lasting Africaan influence in Africa. |
| 8 |
Restaurants of N'Djamena |
It is not worth it to travel to an exotic country and not taste its foods. Here in N'Djamena, there are many French as well as authentic African restaurants that you can visit. Do not forget to taste their rice covered in peanut sauce as it is one of their specialties. |
Chad-tourism -- Products
Tourist arrivals in Chad by region of origin for 2004/2005
| Yaer |
Region of origin |
Number of visitors |
| 2004 |
Africa |
12,690 |
| 2004 |
Africa |
5,855 |
| 2004 |
Americas |
5,609 |
| 2004 |
Western Asia |
1,347 |
| 2004 |
Asia, East and South East/Oceania |
398 |
| 2005 |
Africa |
14,805 |
| 2005 |
Africa |
6,695 |
| 2005 |
Americas |
5,976 |
| 2005 |
Western Asia |
1,330 |
| 2005 |
Asia, East and South East/Oceania |
550 |
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