Ayourou
Place in Tillabéri Region, Niger From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Place in Tillabéri Region, Niger From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ayourou (or Ayorou or Ayerou) is a town and rural commune in the Tillabéri Region, in western Niger.[1] It is situated 208 km northwest of the capital Niamey near the Malian border. The old town stands on an eponymous island in the River Niger. It is known for its animal market and for wildlife including hippopotamuses and birds.
Ayourou | |
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Coordinates: 14°44′N 0°55′E | |
Country | Niger |
Region | Tillabéri Region |
Department | Tillaberi Department |
Area | |
• City | 1,262 km2 (487 sq mi) |
Elevation | 296 m (971 ft) |
Population (2012 census) | |
• City | 33,527 |
• Density | 27/km2 (69/sq mi) |
• Urban | 11,528 |
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