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Ouagadougou, widely known as Ouaga, is the capital and largest city of Burkina Faso and the administrative centre of the country's Centre Region. It combines a relaxed West African urban atmosphere with a growing economy, busy markets and one of the region's most influential arts and film scenes.

The city reflects its Mooré heritage and its role as a meeting point of cultures. Key landmarks include the Grand Mosque, Ouagadougou Cathedral, the National Museum of Burkina Faso and the Monument of National Heroes, while the traditional Moro-Naba ceremony preserves Mossi royal customs.

Central Ouagadougou is organised around Avenue Kwame Nkrumah, with government offices, shops and restaurants. The planned Ouaga 2000 district has modern hotels and institutions, while neighbourhoods such as Koulouba, Zogona and Gounghin offer markets, street life and local character. Bangr-Weoogo Urban Park provides a green escape within the city.

Ouagadougou is internationally recognised for FESPACO, the Pan-African Film and Television Festival, and SIAO, the International Art and Craft Fair, which attract artists, buyers and visitors from across Africa and beyond. The city's restaurants, maquis, craft markets and music venues support a lively hospitality scene.

As the seat of government, regional institutions and a developing business community, Ouagadougou serves both leisure and business travellers, with conference facilities, hotels and connections to destinations across Burkina Faso and West Africa.