Western Sahara cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV, XML, SQL, JSON format
Last update : 13 November 2024.
Below is a list of 100 prominent cities in Western Sahara. Each row includes a city's latitude, longitude, region and other variables of interest. This is a subset of all 34 places in Western Sahara that you'll find in our World Cities Database. You're free to use the data below for personal or commercial applications. The data below can be downloaded in .csv, .json, .xml and .json formats. Notable Cities: The capital of Western Sahara is .
Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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11748653 | Mijjik | EH | 23.44667 | -12.81804 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
7415419 | Itmlily | EH | 23.28106 | -15.92242 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
2461667 | Tifariti | Tfariti,Tifarita,Tifariti,tfaryty,tyfaryty,تفاريتي,تيفاريتي | EH | 26.1579 | -10.55889 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2463447 | Dakhla | Ad - Dakhla,Ad Dakhla,Dajla,Dakhla,Dakhlah,Factoria Villa Cisneros,VIL,Villa Cisneras,Villa Cisneros,aldakhlt,dakhlh,Дахла,الداخلة,داخله | EH | 23.68477 | -15.95798 | 75000 | Africa/El_Aaiun | seat of a first-order administrative division | |||
2461677 | Tichla | Tachla,Techle,Techlé,Tichla | EH | 21.5837 | -14.97222 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462744 | Hasi el Fauuar | EH | 22.68333 | -12.71667 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
2463029 | Boujdour | Boujdour,Cabo Bojador,Cape Blanc,bwjdwr,بوجدور,ⴱⵓⵊⴷⵓⵔ | EH | 26.13073 | -14.48513 | 42651 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2461423 | Zug | Sug,Zoug,Zoûg,Zug | EH | 21.56523 | -14.10388 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2463090 | Bu Craa | Bou Kra,Bu Craa | EH | 26.35389 | -12.78389 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462881 | Laayoune | Aaium,Aaiun,Aaiún,Aiun,Ajuno,Al Ayoun,Al-Aaiun,Al-Ajoen,Al-Ayun,Al-Ujun,EUN,Ehl’-Ajun,Ejbei Uad el Aabd,El Aaiun,El Aaiún,El Aium,El Aiun,El Aiún,El Ajun,El Ayun,El-Aaiun,El-Aaiún,La’Youn,Laayoune,Laâyoune,La’Youn,O Aiún - العيون,a you en,aiun,el-aiun,Ел Ајун,Эль-Аюн,العيون,العیون,アイウン,阿尤恩,엘아이운 | EH | 27.1418 | -13.18797 | 196331 | Africa/El_Aaiun | seat of a first-order administrative division | |||
2462900 | Dchira | Ad Dchira,Dchira,Edchera | EH | 27.02611 | -13.05194 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2461993 | Laayoune Plage | Laayoune Plage,Playa de Aaiun,Playa de Aaiún,Playa del Aaiun,Playa del Aaiún | EH | 27.09611 | -13.41583 | 10450 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462955 | Uad Damran | Daora,Dora,Uad Damran | EH | 27.4625 | -12.99222 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2463112 | Bir Ganduz | Anzarane,Bir Gandus,Bir Ganduz,Bir Gandús,Bir Ghandouz,byr kndwz,بئر كندوز | EH | 21.60336 | -16.45018 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462123 | Al Mahbas | Al Mahbas,Mahbes,Mahbés | EH | 27.41434 | -9.04785 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462076 | Metmárfag | EH | 26.43333 | -13.43333 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
2462879 | El Aargub | Aargub,Al ’Argoub,Al ’Argoub,El ’Argoub,El Aargub,El Argub,El ’Argoûb,Fondeadero del Aaiun,Fondeadero del Aaiún | EH | 23.60882 | -15.86726 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462628 | Samlat el HMad | EH | 27.43333 | -12.4 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
2463113 | Bir Anzarane | Bir Anzaraen,Bir Anzarane,Bir Enzaran,Bir Enzarán,Bir Nasaran,Bir Nazaran,Uad el Bir | EH | 23.89 | -14.53603 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2461422 | Echdeiria | Echdeiria,Echediria,Edchedereia | EH | 27.23333 | -10.45 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
8504646 | Foum el Oued | EH | 27.17357 | -13.39886 | 0 | 450 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2463386 | Aghwinit | Aghwinit,Aguenit,Agüenit | EH | 22.1934 | -13.14093 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462188 | Lemsid | EH | 26.53914 | -13.83876 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
2462514 | Jcheibi el Gardeg | EH | 27.26667 | -10.38333 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
2463290 | Amseisat Saccum | Amseisat Saccum,Hsaysat - As - Sakoum | EH | 22.95911 | -15.5998 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462653 | Hasi Gueleita | Galtat Zemmour,Guelta Zemmur,Guelta Zemur,Hasi Gueleita | EH | 24.99528 | -12.33694 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
9645564 | Daoura | EH | 27.46175 | -12.99412 | 900 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
8300874 | Mijek | Mijek | EH | 23.44905 | -12.82542 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2463111 | Bir Ganduf | Bir Ganduf,Bir Gundus,Bir Gundús | EH | 26.11667 | -11.06667 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462899 | Echdera | Echdera,Edchera | EH | 23.93333 | -15.61667 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
2462982 | Hasi Chor | EH | 21.29987 | -13.01338 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
2462651 | Uad Guenifa | Gueria,La Aguera,La Aguerra,La Agüera,La Aquera,La Guera,La Güera,Laguira,Uad Guenifa | EH | 20.83228 | -17.08988 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | |||
7390717 | Sdar | EH | 22.25346 | -14.65791 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place | ||||
2462493 | Piedra del Kaisser | Khreibichat,Khreïbichat,Piedra del Kaisser | EH | 27.23333 | -11.78333 | 0 | Africa/El_Aaiun | populated place |
**Exploring Western Sahara: A Geographer's Journey**
Introduction**
Embarking on a geographical exploration of Western Sahara unveils a land of stark beauty, complex geopolitics, and unique environmental challenges. As a geographer delving into the data of Western Sahara's cities, regions, and geographical coordinates, we uncover a wealth of insights into the territory's spatial dynamics and cultural heritage.
Mapping the Regions and Administrative Divisions**
Western Sahara, situated in North Africa, is characterized by vast expanses of desert, rugged mountains, and coastal plains. While its sovereignty remains disputed, the territory is divided into regions and administrative divisions. Each area possesses its own distinct geography, climate, and cultural identity. From the desert landscapes of Dakhla and Laayoune to the coastal towns of El Aaiun and Smara, mapping these regions provides valuable insights into Western Sahara's diverse topography and human settlement patterns.
Exploring Urban Centers and Rural Communities**
Western Sahara's urban centers and rural communities serve as focal points for human activity and socio-economic development. The capital city, Laayoune, located along the Atlantic coast, is the largest urban center in the territory, housing administrative offices, commercial establishments, and cultural institutions. In contrast, remote villages and nomadic encampments scattered across the desert hinterlands maintain traditional ways of life, relying on pastoralism, trade, and artisanal crafts for sustenance. Exploring these urban-rural dynamics allows geographers to analyze spatial inequalities, demographic trends, and socio-economic disparities within Western Sahara.
Obtaining Geographical Coordinates**
Acquiring accurate geographical coordinates for Western Sahara's cities and towns is essential for cartographic mapping, navigation, and disaster management. By obtaining latitude and longitude data for each locality, geographers contribute to spatial analysis, resource planning, and environmental monitoring efforts. From the oases of Smara and Tifariti to the border towns of Guerguerat and Bir Gandouz, precise geospatial information facilitates better decision-making and infrastructure development across Western Sahara.
Preserving Cultural Heritage and Environmental Sustainability**
Preserving Western Sahara's cultural heritage and environmental sustainability is paramount for fostering resilience and promoting peace in the region. The territory's rich history, encompassing indigenous Berber traditions, Sahrawi nomadic customs, and Spanish colonial legacies, is reflected in its architecture, language, and cultural practices. Moreover, efforts to conserve its natural resources, including water, land, and biodiversity, are crucial for mitigating desertification, promoting sustainable agriculture, and safeguarding ecosystem services. By collaborating with local communities, international organizations, and governmental agencies, geographers play a pivotal role in protecting Western Sahara's cultural heritage and ecological integrity for future generations.
Conclusion**
In conclusion, navigating through Western Sahara's geographical complexities reveals a territory of immense cultural diversity, environmental fragility, and geopolitical significance. By obtaining data on its regions, urban centers, and geographical coordinates, we gain valuable insights into the spatial dynamics and human-environment interactions shaping Western Sahara's past, present, and future. Let us continue to explore, document, and preserve the unique heritage and natural beauty of this contested land, fostering understanding, resilience, and sustainable development for all its inhabitants.