The Gambia is a country in West Africa and is almost entirely surrounded by Senegal, except where it touches the Atlantic Ocean. It is named for the Gambia River, which flows through the center of the country.
Niger is a landlocked country in West Africa, named for the Niger River, and is the largest country in West Africa. Over 80% of its land area is in the Sahara Desert. Its capital is Niamey. Niger is threatened by desertification and drought.
Senegal is a country in West Africa, and its capital is Dakar. Senegal was colonized by the French primarily, though Portuguese and British colonizers competed for control in the country.
Morocco is a country located in North Africa, bordering both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Its capital is Rabat, and its largest city is Casablanca.
Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest by area in the world. Its capital is Brasilia, though is most populous city is Sao Paulo. Its official language is Portuguese. Brazil is home to the Amazon Rain Forest.
Established in 1882, the Royal College of Music is located in South Kensington, London and offers collegiate training in musical performance, composition, and conducting as well
Newstead Abbey, formerly an Augustinian priory, was the ancestral home of Lord Byron. It dates back to 1170. Sir John Byron of Colwick acquired the property from King Henry VIII in 1540.
Mali, officially the Republic of Mali, is a country in West Africa, and its capital is Bamako. The Niger and Senegal Rivers run through the country’s southern area.
