Mboro is an off the beaten path destination which can meet any adventure tourist's demand. For beach and ocean enthusiasts, there is a pristine, sandy beach where you can rent a rustic house or small boats (pirogues) for fishing excursions. For the nature enthusiasts, the town is surrounded by beautiful forestry and the nearby Pink Lake. For the cultural tourists, there is a chance to visit traditional Wolof villages and partake in their traditional past-times such as: making and drinking Senegalese tea, basket weaving, and more.
The beach At 3 kilometers from the town, this is a can't miss destination. A small fishing community decorates the beach with beautifully colored boats. In the evenings, one can see the day's catch - including 4 foot large swordfish- or see the millions of tiny white crabs running in the sand. 3 foot or higher waves provide surfing entertainment at all hours, but swim at your own risk. Ocassionally, one can catch a glimse the bioluminescent plankton caught in the waves at night... a truly amazing sight!
The market The market is the best place to find what you seek. Everything from meat, produce and cookwares to the latest fabrics and accessories can be found. The unique displays crowd the sidewalks and alleys while the colors distract the eyes.
The church The Catholic church is located on the road to Mbaye Mbaye and sports lovely panels of stained glass depictions. The choir at the weekly mass mixes African drum beats with classic hymns. Mass is given in a mixture of French and Wolof.
Grand Mosque
A mosque Three grand mosques are located around Mboro, and are open to men at all hours for visits or priers.
Basket making The women weave traditional baskets and trays into delightful artisan products using strips of palm fronds and colorful plastic.
Drum circles Popping up sporadically around town, these groups aim to please with their beats. More formal events can be found on the beach in the evenings.
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