Fun facts about Burkina Faso

10 facts about Burkina Faso: its places, people, food and customs. Writing to a penpal there? These make good questions to ask them.

Burkina Faso is known for its rich tradition of music, art, and dance.
The country is home to the Ruins of Loropéni, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Burkina Faso is landlocked, surrounded by six other West African nations.
The country hosts the biennial Pan-African Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO).
Burkina Faso's name translates to "Land of Honest Men".
The country is known for its traditional woven fabrics and bronze crafts.
Burkina Faso has a primarily agricultural economy, with cotton being a major export.
The country is home to diverse ethnic groups, each with its own language and customs.
Burkina Faso hosts the International Art and Craft Fair, Ouagadougou, one of Africa’s most important trade shows.
The Nazinga Game Ranch in Burkina Faso is known for its elephant populations.

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