What is Sierra Leone known for?
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Sierra Leone
- Sierra Leone, country of western Africa.
- The country owes its name to the 15th-century Portuguese explorer Pedro de Sintra, the first European to sight and map Freetown harbour.
- The original Portuguese name, Serra Lyoa (“Lion Mountains”), referred to the range of hills that surrounds the harbour.
- The capital, Freetown, commands one of the world’s largest natural harbours.
Sierra Leone has so much to offer, here are some of the things Sierra Leone is known for.
- Tiwai Island: Joining a nighttime hike through the forest in search of the elusive pygmy hippo.
- Freetown Peninsula: Eating barbecued lobster pulled fresh from the sea at one of the peninsula's stunning beaches.
- Outamba-Kilimi National Park: Gliding down the river by dugout canoe while monkeys and birds chatter in the surrounding forest.
- Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary: Learning about conservation efforts and viewing chimps playing in their sanctuary home.
- Freetown: Soaking up the atmosphere: spotting colourful Krio houses, strolling the beach and dancing till dawn at one of the city's energetic clubs.
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