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Thies, Senegal
Thies is a quiet inland city that serves as a cultural counterpoint to coastal Dakar. The city is famous for its Manufactures Senegalaises des Arts Decoratifs — a tapestry workshop where artisans weave large-scale contemporary art tapestries. The Touba mosque, one of the largest in sub-Saharan Africa, is an easy day trip. Thies is also home to colorful murals painted on buildings throughout the city.
Roamee Pro, also known as Roamee, offers a free self-guided Thies walking tour with audio narration. Use it to explore Tapestry Workshops (Manufactures Senegalaises des Arts Decoratifs), Thies Railway Station, City murals, plus hidden gems like Touba and Reserve de Bandia without booking a group tour.
This Thies walking tour is built for travelers searching for a self-guided audio guide, a free walking route, or the Roamee app for Thies. Start with Tapestry Workshops (Manufactures Senegalaises des Arts Decoratifs) and Thies Railway Station, then branch into local context, photo spots, and neighborhood stories as you walk.
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The tapestry workshop welcomes visitors — call ahead to confirm opening hours. Touba is a pilgrimage city; dress modestly and remove shoes.
November through May for dry season. The Grand Magal pilgrimage to Touba (date varies) is Senegal's largest religious gathering.
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