Téra

Téra is located in western Niger within the Tillabéri Region, near the border with Burkina Faso, serving as a major hub for cross-border trade. Geographically, the city is shaped by the foothills of the Liptako-Gourma region, a hilly landscape rich in mineral resources. Most notably, gold mining at the nearby Samira Hill mine, operational since 2004, contributes significantly to the national economy. Historically, Téra is closely linked to the Songhai and Djerma cultures, which have inhabited and influenced the region for centuries. Agriculture in the surrounding area focuses on millet and sorghum cultivation, as well as livestock rearing conducted by nomadic communities. Due to its location, the city acts as an essential security and administrative center in the tri-border area between Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso. The population of Téra is approximately 30,000 residents, with the city experiencing continuous growth due to rural migration.

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Balleyara

This place literally explodes with energy when its nationally renowned livestock market takes place every Sunday.

History & landmarks

W National Park

A transboundary UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its diverse wildlife and the characteristic W-shape of the Niger River.

More places

Samira Hill Gold Mine

Niger's first commercial gold mine, located in the Liptako-Gourma area near the border with Burkina Faso, a key factor in gold exports.

Koma Bangou Gold Field

One of the most important artisanal gold mining sites in the Tillabéri area, where tens of thousands of people search for gold under diff…

Tillabéri River Crossing

An ancient, strategically important point for crossing the Niger River for trade caravans.

Ayorou Livestock Market

One of the largest and most important livestock markets in the Sahel, where thousands of cattle, sheep, and camels are traded on Sundays.

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Kandadji Dam

A massive hydropower and irrigation project under construction on the Niger River, designed to revolutionize the country's energy indepen…

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Historical Boubon

A small village on an island, known for generations for its traditional pottery.

Old Zarma Capital Ouallam

A significant historical Zarma settlement that played a major role in repelling regional invasions.

Say Islamic Center

Say was influential in the 19th century as an intellectual and religious center of West Africa.