St-Louis the city to the north of the country was the capital and base for French operation in Africa of the french power in west africa during the colonization era.
"The slaves' house" of Gorée island is, nowadays visited by tourists from around the world including famous people. "History should not repeat itself".
Gorée is also a privileged area of entertainment and leisure for the young and not so young people coming from everywhere during the school break and throughout the year.
For more information about Senegal, visit the official site or visit the Senegalese embassy in Washignton, D.C.