Our planet is so full of breathtaking nature and fascinating cultural phenomena that it's often difficult to prioritize which ones to visit. UNESCO takes some of that burden off our hands with thei...

There are 12 main holidays in Chad, most religious in nature. Political events such as Independence Day and the Proclamation of the Republic are particularly festive, complete with parades and spor...

Chad’s climate is mainly tropical because of its location in the heart of Africa, bordered by Cameroon, Nigeria, and Niger to the west, Sudan to the east, the Central African Republic to the south,...

Chad has a long and colorful history dating all the way back to the 7th millennium BC, when human populations began migrating to the area. By the last years of the 1st millennium BC, a range of emp...

All US citizens will need a visa and a passport that is valid for at least six months with at least two empty pages to visit Chad. There are single-entry visas or multiple-entry visas, good for thr...

Language Chad’s official languages are Arabic and French. In the south, African languages like Sara are also spoken. Currency Chad uses the CFA franc or Central African CFA franc. The coins come in...

N’Djamena International Airport Chad’s major air travel hub is N’Djamena International Airport, which mainly serves the capital. It is the only international gateway in the country, functioning as ...

Chad Taxis and Car Rental Taxis only operate in N’Djamena. They charge a flat fare, but drivers expect a 10 percent tip so be generous. Both chauffeured and self-drive cars are available, although ...

The markets of N’Djamena are great for their handicrafts and locally produced goods, and even if you’re not intent on shopping in Chad, the street food is worth a taste. Open from 7:30 a.m. until s...

Chad has a good selection of food and drinks, particularly in N’Djamena, where visitors can find a range of African and French cuisine on a par with European standards. In other cities like Abéché ...