Sierra Leone is a country situated on the west coast of Africa,once known for its brutal rebel war that devastate the length and breath of this pretigious nation.During the decade long civil war human rights abuses such as child labour,sexual harrassment,indiscriminate and summary executions to name a few war crimes committed by the Revolutionary United Front [RUF]. Democratic Good Governance was then restored in 1997 and 2002 respectively,with the hope of changing things around.Now that the economy has taken a differnt dimension and SierraLeoneans have peacefully elected a new president. An election process postulate by the international community as one of the most credible in Africa, as a result this move it has awoken the spirit of investors hoping to bring innovation into commerce and industry.Because of the country’s relic history in commerce and industry, education,arts and culture SierraLeone was then called the athens of west africa.During this period and before, slavery and slave trade was a lucrative business. A lot of Africans and SierraLeoneans in particarly were captured and were transported to Europe,the Carribean and America. Now that the country’s history is unveilling itself by the arrival of La Amistad and the Gullah Geechee Foundation this has demonstrated how rich a history,arts and culture there is in SierraLeone. SierraLeone cannot only boast of having beautiful beach resorts spread around the peninsular of the city but also a potential eco-tourism industry that is espected to boom.The country is ready to welcome whosoever is planning a trip to come join their unique family and feel the difference while you enjoy your stay in SierraLeone.View more pictures…
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Follow-up comment rss or Leave a TrackbackI came to Sierra Leone in September 2007. I had not visited the country before and had little knowledge of how to make arrangements. I had lots of help from Jane prior to my visit, through phone and e-mail conversations. Jane was able to answer all of my questions and helped me to feel confident to travel to Sierra Leone on my own.
Jane suggested the airport collection which I would thoroughly recommend. As there is a lot of hustle and bustle at the airport, Jane met me with her colleague and was extremely friendly. Straight away I felt that I had arrived on holiday.
The connection ferry from the airport to Freetown is a great experience. I sat on the top deck with Jane sipping our drinks, watching the traders and the city lights on the horizon. It was a great opportunity to speak with Jane who has a great enthusiasm and passion for the country. She was keen to make my stay the best it could be, and was happy to help me to bring my holiday plans to reality.
For my 2 week visit, I felt free to come and go as I pleased, and supported with my plans and requirements.
Visiting Sierra Leone was an amazing experience, which I would thoroughly recommend to anyone who is fortunate enough to go. I am planning to visit Jane and JB again in March 2008. I feel that there is not enough publicity about the positive sides of this beautiful country. If anyone reading this wants further information, or even to come with me in March, please feel free to get in touch with me.
Christine, thank you for your kind comments. You were a great visitor, you came with an enthusiasm to discover what Salone had to offer. You made so many friends here and we are all looking forward to your return.
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