Djibouti: Visit the Definitions and

Visit the Definitions and Notes page to view a description of each topic. Swim with whale sharks in Djibouti’s breathtaking waters. Discover the hidden gems of Masakali Island in Djibouti's captivating landscape. Nestled strategically at the meeting point of the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, Djibouti boasts a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural wonders. Djibouti (officially called the Republic of Djibouti) is a country on the eastern coast of Africa. The capital city is also called Djibouti. Djibouti gained its independence from France on June 27, 1977. The country was created out of the French Somaliland (later called the French Territory of the Afars and Issas), which was created in the 1800s as a result of French colonialism in Africa. In 2020, about 920,000 people lived there. It is one of the least populous countries in Africa. [5] Two ... Explore Djibouti: a strategic gem with rich culture, diverse landscapes, and vital economic potential in the heart of East Africa.