Sindou
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Sindou is a town located in the province of Léraba in Burkina Faso. It is the capital of Léraba Province and the Sindou Department.
The region is known for the Pics de Sindou, a sharp sandstone geological formation. The town is a point of departure for visits to Mount Tenakourou, the highest peak in Burkina Faso.
References
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External links
- [http://www.maplandia.com/burkina-faso/kenedougou/sindou/sindou/ Satellite map at Maplandia.com]