Where is Nouakchott?
Nouakchott is the capital of Mauritania. Its population is about 1.2M inhabitants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nouakchott located?
Nouakchott is a city in Mauritania, located at 18.0858°N, 15.9785°W.
Which country is Nouakchott in?
Nouakchott is in Mauritania.
What is the population of Nouakchott?
The population of Nouakchott is approximately 1.2M inhabitants.
What time zone is Nouakchott in?
Nouakchott is in the Africa/Nouakchott time zone.
What are the coordinates of Nouakchott?
The geographic coordinates of Nouakchott are 18.0858°N, 15.9785°W.
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