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Modest clothing is required. Women should cover their heads, and both men and women should wear long sleeves and pants or skirts.

Try Thieboudienne (Senegal's national dish), Mafé (peanut stew), and Yassa (marinated chicken or fish).

Photography is generally allowed outside the mosque, but always ask for permission before taking photos of people or inside the mosque.

Use 'Salaam Aleikum' (Peace be upon you) and wait for the response 'Aleikum Salaam.' Handshakes are common, but some may prefer not to shake hands with the opposite gender.

Purchase handmade crafts directly from local markets or cooperatives to ensure your money benefits the community.

During the Grand Magal, pilgrims walk long distances to Touba. Respect their devotion and avoid interrupting their rituals.

Eat at local eateries, use shared taxis, and bargain at markets for better prices.

Use reusable water bottles, avoid plastic, and support eco-friendly accommodations if available.

Many nationalities can get a visa on arrival at Dakar airport; check current requirements.

Yes, but exercise standard precautions, especially at night.

Wolof is most common; French is official. English is not widely spoken.

Yes, Touba is just a few kilometers away; taxis and minibuses are available.

Light, modest clothing; avoid shorts and sleeveless tops in religious areas.

No, stick to bottled or filtered water.

Rarely; carry cash (CFA francs) for most transactions.

An annual pilgrimage to Touba; the city gets extremely crowded. Plan ahead.