SENEGAL - Island of Gorée

"The island of Gorée lies off the coast of Senegal, opposite Dakar. From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-trading centre on the African coast. Ruled in succession by the Portuguese, Dutch, English and French, its architecture is characterized by the contrast between the grim slave-quarters and the elegant houses of the slave traders. Today it continues to serve as a reminder of human exploitation and as a sanctuary for reconciliation." -http://whc.unesco.org

Postcard 1

Another beautiful wok of art, with an issued stamp from France.
(UNESCO has issued its own stamp since 1961---which can be used in mails posted from UNESCO Headquarters or Maison de l'UNESCO at 
Number 7 Place de Fontenoy in Paris, France)

Thank you so much Jean Pierre for helping me discover so many things!

Postcard 2

Thank you so much Jean Pierre for this postcard!
I just read more about the story of the photo on this card HERE.