Senegal River is a beautiful and long river of West Africa. The river is well known from the pre-colonial times. Two dams of reasonable size are there on the river. The Senegal River is of great importance to Senegal and Mauritania as both countries form the coasts of the river. The admirable aquatic fauna of Senegal River attracts a number of tourists to the place every year. Senegal River is an important aspect of the identity of Senegal.