Mali History

Mali is a beautiful but poor country in West Africa with an incredibly rich history. The River Niger runs deep into Mali's Sahara desert. Today boats still ply their trade up and down the Niger, but the flourishing empires of old that were responsible for building legendary cities like Timbuktu, have had their day. Salt caravans still ply their ancient routes, but now the riches lie in the cultural festivals of this region. Mali is also home to the fascinating Dogon region, and one of the world's most vibrant music scenes.