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Burkina Faso is located in Africa. Ouagadougou is the capital and also one of the biggest cities. There are other cities like Bobo Dioulasso, Koudougou, Ouahigouya, Kaya, Banfora, Pouytenga that you can explore during your journey to Burkina Faso.

While in Burkina Faso make sure you try some of the best local specialties like Tô, Poulet Bicyclette, Riz gras, Foufou, Ragout d'Igname.

General information about Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso accepts West African CFA franc (XOF). Therefore, we advise you to exchange money prior to your trip for the best rates.

Burkina Faso has a population of 21.51 million residents, making it one of the top 100 most populated countries in the world.

The only official language in Burkina Faso is French. However, travelers will also commonly hear English as these are the languages of the largest international communities within Burkina Faso.

Burkina Faso shares borders with Mali, Niger, Benin, Togo, Ghana, Ivory Coast.

Weather in Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso has a tropical climate. Summers are usually dry and hot, while winters are mild. If you are going to Burkina Faso in the summer, remember to take sunscreen, hat and sunglasses. Also, before going to Burkina Faso, we recommend you to learn about local traditions so you can pack appropriate clothes.