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Chingueṭṭi
City in Adrar, Mauritania
Overview
Chingueṭṭi is a historic Saharan town renowned for its medieval architecture, UNESCO-listed libraries, and desert landscapes. As one of Mauritania's ancient trading centers, it offers a glimpse into centuries-old Islamic scholarship and culture. Despite its modest population, the city remains a major pilgrimage and heritage destination.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mauritania
Region
Adrar
Population
6,811
Time Zone
Africa/Nouakchott
Coordinates
20.46°, -12.36°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$440
Local Cost
$220
Local Income
$100
Cashless
5
English
5
Temperature
26.0°C
Summer Avg
32.9°C
Winter Avg
17.6°C
Record High
45.4°C
Record Low
5.0°C
Humidity
26%
Precipitation
159 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
13
Walk Score
13
Footways
26.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 50/100.
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