Some pictures of my new neighborhood, Almadies... Dignified and spacious, dotted with large tree-surrounded houses, Almadies still has miles of rocky coastline and a very popular mini-beach (middle picture, with the giant Mamelles lighthouse in the distance). While I may complain that everything is more expensive and less convenient in Almadies (because of its association with expats and the fact that many residents have cars and therefore don't need to do all of their shopping within a 200-meter radius), it's a beautiful spot, dotted with outdoor grilled-fish stands and popular with Dakar's budding surfer scene.
Also, in the lowest photo, you'll notice the newest development in Dakar weather: clouds. Yes, the past week or so has featured several overcast mornings, delightfully cool and breezy, though no real rain yet. Everyone is waiting with baited breath - though this desire to see an end of sun and blue sky must come with time in Dakar; I for one don't feel ready.
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