Travel Info

Capital City: Nouakchott
Popular Destination: Chinguetti City
International Calling Code: .+222
W.H.O. Healthcare System Ranking: 162
Internet Penetration Rate: 4.50%
 

Cultural Info

Major Language: Arabic
Local Greeting: Marhaba. Anti jameela / anti raeea.
Nickname of National Soccer Team: Mourabitounes
Notable Personality: N/A
Popular Athlete: N/A
Top Selling Car Brand: Toyota
 

Economic Info

Population (rank): 3,281,634 (134)
GDP/Per Capita Income: $2,100 (2010 est.)
Major Country Exports: (1) Iron ore
(2) Fish and fish products
Currency: Mauritanian Ouguiya