Wednesday, October 12, 2011

A Baobab on an Island

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The lagoon of the îles de la Madeleine, off the coast of Dakar, Senegal

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The islands are home to many birds. In fact, the smaller island has a strong white coloring to its volcanic rocks due to the birds answering nature's call.

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This stunning baobab tree dominates the center of the island.

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The center of the island, with its green and flowing, tall grass did call to mind dry, sandy, and dusty West Africa.

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Two Senegalese pirogue drivers watch ex-pat sun bathers at the lagoon.

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The water is deep enough in the lagoon for snorkeling.

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