Where is Timbuktu?
Timbuktu is a city in Tombouctou, Mali. Its population is about 84,208 inhabitants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Timbuktu located?
Timbuktu is a city in Tombouctou, Mali, located at 16.7735°N, 3.0074°W.
Which country is Timbuktu in?
Timbuktu is in Mali.
What is the population of Timbuktu?
The population of Timbuktu is approximately 84,208 inhabitants.
What region is Timbuktu in?
Timbuktu is located in the Tombouctou region of Mali.
How far is Timbuktu from Bamako?
Timbuktu is approximately 707 km from Bamako, the capital of Mali.
What time zone is Timbuktu in?
Timbuktu is in the Africa/Bamako time zone.
What are the coordinates of Timbuktu?
The geographic coordinates of Timbuktu are 16.7735°N, 3.0074°W.
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