Fun facts about Djibouti

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

Djibouti is home to one of the saltiest lakes in the world, Lake Assal.
It hosts foreign military bases, including the US and China.
Djibouti is located on the East African Rift, a geologic hot spot.
The country is a gateway to the Suez Canal, a key maritime route.
It's known for its diverse landscapes, from volcanic plateaus to salt flats.
Djibouti City is a major port and an important commercial hub in the region.
The Afar Triangle in Djibouti is one of the hottest places on Earth.
The country is named after its capital, Djibouti City.
Djibouti's population is multilingual, speaking Somali, Afar, Arabic, and French.
Whale sharks, the world's largest fish, are regular visitors to Djibouti's waters.

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