The flag of Mauritania
The star and crescent and the green colour are traditional symbols of Islam.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Nouakchott
- Region
- Western Africa
- Currency
- Mauritanian ouguiya
- Population
- 5,315,065
The flag of Mauritania is one of the most recognisable national symbols in Africa. The star and crescent and the green colour are traditional symbols of Islam.
The flag of Mauritania
The star and crescent and the green colour are traditional symbols of Islam. A flag tells the story of a nation — its history, its values and its people.
Capital and location
Nouakchott is the capital of Mauritania, in Western Africa, part of Africa.
Currency
The official currency of Mauritania is the Mauritanian ouguiya (MRU).
People
Mauritania is home to around 5,315,065 people.
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