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Cuttlefish is on sale today. You can hear the high-pitched yells of the vendors almost to the other side of the bay.

The rickety shacks of the hustling bustling fish market are in stark contrast to the high-rise buildings of this former capital city. It is the largest metropolitan area of the nation and the political and economic center at the same time. Its name is derived from Arabic and translates to “safe port”. But the roughly three million people who call this hot and humid city home, have nicknamed it bongo, meaning brains in Swahili. You need all your gray cells to make a living here as this is one of the poorest countries in the world!

Most travelers use this harbor city as a convenient port of call to the hinterland where vast open plains are abundant with wildlife and majestic mountains beckon. But the city is worth exploring. Its architecture is an eclectic mix of Swahili, German, Asian and British influences, reflecting its colonial past and modern history. Life revolves around the waterfront though. Luxurious Cruise Liners slowly make their way to the docks. Giant cargo ships carefully navigate narrow passages and traditional dhows unload last night’s catch directly at the fish market.

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Answer to February's contest: Syria Located in the old quarter of Damascus, the Great Umayyad Mosque is one of the most important monuments of Islamic culture.

Answer to the February
“Where in the World” Contest

Last month’s mystery destination was Syria. Our picture showed the Great Umayyad Mosque in the capital Damascus.

Thanks to all who wrote in with their guesses. This month's winner is Sue from Perry, New York. Congratulations, Sue!