Sikasso

Sikasso is a city in Sikasso Region in the south of Mali, 375 km (233 mi) from the capital Bamako.

Some touristic sites:

• The Mamelon. Located in the city centre, the Mamelon hill used to be a sacred site of the Kénédougou kings. Now a French colonial tower stand at the site.

• The caves of Missiricoro at 13 km .
• The falls of Farako at 20 km (12 mi).

Thanks to its subtropical climate there are plenty of fruit and vegetables throughout the year - in contrast to other parts of Mali.