Bamako
Mali
Mali's capital and largest city, Bamako sits on the Niger River and serves as the country's main commercial and administrative hub, with a walkable centre full of cafés and restaurants. The city has a significant river port and draws independent travellers exploring West Africa. Currently one of the fastest-growing cities on the continent, it has expanded steadily since becoming the national capital in 1960.
- Population4,227,569
- Nearest water from center12.4 km
- Nearest mountain from center19.6 km