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Gaoui

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Country
  
Chad

Local time
  
Friday 11:55 AM

Region
  
Chari-Baguirmi Region

Gaoui

Weather
  
33°C, Wind NE at 23 km/h, 9% Humidity

Gaoui is a village in Chad, lying 10km north east of N'Djamena. It is said to have been the capital of the Sao civilisation (a race of giants in local folklore) and is now known for its traditional architecture and pottery manufacture. It is also home to a museum.

Map of Gaoui, Chad

The 2003 film Abouna was partly filmed in the village.

References

Gaoui Wikipedia