Niamey
Niamey is the capital and largest city of Niger, located along the Niger River in the western part of the country. It serves as the political, administrative, and economic center, and its urban area is home to roughly a million residents.
Niamey developed in the early 20th century as a colonial administrative center and became the capital of
The city sits on the left bank of the Niger River near the western Sahel. Niamey has
As the seat of government, Niamey hosts ministries, foreign missions, universities, and national institutions. The Grand
Culturally, Niamey features institutions such as the National Museum Boubou Hama and the Grand Mosque, along