The first
day in Niger, we arrived in The Grand Hotel. The hotel was located next to the
Niger River, which is the principal river of West Africa.
We were a
bit worried because we heard there were some troubles with the Tuareg nomads
but we didn’t notice anything.
It is very
hot in this country. When we arrived, it was 101 Fahrenheit. In Nigeria, it was
about 85 Fahrenheit so there is some difference.
Despite the
Niger River, I liked Nigeria more because of the beach. Niger is for 80%
covered with the Sahara. We went there by Jeep for a day and we had the choice
to ride on a camel. I haven’t done it because I was a bit scared and I would
take pictures of my friends.
I think Céline and Kelly won’t forget this day anymore. Suddenly there was a loud noise and the animals were startled. The poor camels started to run with the consequences that Céline fell on the ground and Kelly couldn’t stop the camel she was riding on.
I think Céline and Kelly won’t forget this day anymore. Suddenly there was a loud noise and the animals were startled. The poor camels started to run with the consequences that Céline fell on the ground and Kelly couldn’t stop the camel she was riding on.
The day
after our camel-incident, we went to Algeria. We stayed in the Hilton hotel in
the capital Algiers. The hotel has a nice swimming pool with palm trees and a
wonderful view over the sea.
The
Monument of the Martyrs and The Notre Dame d’Afrique were very impressive
monuments. The latter is situated on the top of a hill. When we were standing
there we had a stunning view over the sea. I really love the Mediterranean Sea
because it is much prettier than the North Sea. The colour of the water is
amazing and also those lovely white beaches!
Tomorrow we
leave this country behind us and go to the next one. Heading towards Tunisia! I
am looking forward to experience some new adventures.
Sources:
http://ethnoworld.tumblr.com/post/27424684142/tuareg-people-nigerhttp://www.grandhotelniger.com/english/home.php
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niger
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niamey
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Algiers
http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/algeria/hilton-alger-ALGHIHI/index.html
photo : http://cartoon2013.blogspot.be/2012/08/camel.html
I have to say, I think you are right, I will not forget this camel ride so easily! I even believe this will be the first and last time I rode on a camel. I did feel sorry for those poor animals! I still wonder what that noise was… Imagine, it could have those Tuareg! Brrr… I do not want to think about it!
ReplyDeleteAbout Algeria, I have to say, you are absolutely right about the view. And you like the Mediterranean sea, as do I. I’m really glad that we’re here together!