Burkina Faso

In the geographic heart of West Africa lies Burkina Faso, a landlocked nation whose understated presence belies a deep cultural wealth and striking landscapes. While it remains far from the continent’s busiest tourist circuits, its blend of tradition, artistry, and natural beauty offers a distinctive portrait of a country rooted in heritage yet alive with contemporary energy. Ouagadougou: Tradition Meets Modernity Ouagadougou, the capital—known simply as “Ouaga” to its residents—serves as Burkina Faso’s political and cultural center. Its streets hum with the mingled sounds of motorbikes, market chatter, and music drifting from open-air cafés. The National Museum stands as a repository of the nation’s past, housing collections of carved masks, woven...