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Kiffa is another city in the West African country of Mauritania. Located in south-central Mauritania, the city has some beautiful market places and these are the only attractions of the place. There are several regions in Mauritania and Kiffa is the capital of one such region namely, Assaba Region. The climate of the place is also affected by the latitudinal zone in which the city falls. The latitudinal extent of the city spans is from 16.63º north to 11.4º west.
Kiffa has a moderate climatic condition, with temperatures ranging from 14.9º to 43.1º Celsius. The city receives maximum rainfall in the month of July, August and September. The particular city acts as a stopover, when tourists travel from Nouakchott to Nema. There are no hotels in this Mauritanian city, but there are ample options of bed and breakfast accommodation in Kiffa.
The only place of attraction in Kiffa is the canyon and the market. There are several handicraft items that are sold in these markets. There are some distinct qualities that are seen in these handicraft items. Kiffa beads are the most famous items that are available in these markets and are renowned all over the world. There is also an ancient mosque in the city, which is a pilgrimage destination for many followers of Islam as well as general tourists.
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