WARNING: As of Jan 2013, the Mopti region is in the midst of ongoing fighting between Islamist rebels (who have fought to gain control of several towns in the region) and Malian, West African, & French forces who are trying to out the rebels. Travel is not recommended at this time. More information is available in the warning at the top of the Mali page. | |
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(Information last updated 01 Jan 2013) |
Mopti is a region in central Mali named after the largest city within the region.
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Understand
Most of Mali's travel riches are concentrated in this region: unique rock formations at Hombori, the architecture of Djenné, and the unbelievable escarpment villages of Dogon Country.
Get in
Buses and Minibuses travel frequently between Mopti and Bamako.
Flights between Mopti and Bamako are operated by Compagnie Aerienne du Mali .