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IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Banjul |
Farabahanta time compared to Beijing time (China) |
8 hours ahead |
Overview of Farabar Banta, The Gambia
Farabar Banta is a small town in the eastern part of the West African country of The Gambia, located in the Upper Gambia River region, which is part of the Upper River Region. It is located about 300 kilometers from the capital city of Banjul, adjacent to the Senegalese border, and is one of the major settlements in the agricultural interior of The Gambia.
Economy and Lifestyle
The local economy is based on subsistence agriculture, with peanuts, maize and millet being the main crops grown, while livestock and fishing supplement the livelihoods of the residents. The town retains a traditional community structure, with handloom weaving and local market trading forming the core of daily economic activity.
Cultural and Ecological Characteristics
The inhabitants of Farabarbanta are predominantly Mandinka and continue the cultural practices of the Sahel region of West Africa. Surrounded by savannah and riparian woodlands, it is a potential eco-tourism site for observing native birds and wildlife, but the infrastructure is basic and visitors need to transit through the main nearby towns.
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Today is 2025-12-30
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