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Mopti Region facts for kids

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The Mopti Region is an important area in the country of Mali, located in West Africa. It's known for its unique geography, including the Niger River and its inland delta, which is a huge area of wetlands. This region is a mix of different cultures and traditions, making it a vibrant place.

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Map showing the different areas, called Cercles, within the Mopti Region.

What are Cercles?

The Mopti Region is split into smaller administrative areas, much like states or counties in other countries. These areas are called cercles. Each cercle is further divided into even smaller parts called municipalities, which are like towns or local districts. The Mopti Region has 8 cercles, and within them, there are 108 municipalities.

The Eight Cercles of Mopti

Here are the 8 main cercles that make up the Mopti Region:

  • Bandiagara
  • Bankass
  • Djenne
  • Douentza
  • Koro
  • Mopti
  • Tenenkou
  • Youwarou

See also

Kids robot.svg You can also find information about the Mopti Region for kids in Spanish here: Región de Mopti para niños

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