Kunta Kinteh, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Gambia, is a historic island and related sites that testify to the African-European encounter from the 15th to 19th centuries. Once a key trading post along a major river, it played a significant role in the early slave trade and its eventual abolition. The site features ruins of forts, colonial buildings, and villages, reflecting a complex cultural exchange. Its fragile remnants, preserved as a poignant reminder of history, hold deep symbolic value for the African diaspora. Today, it serves as an educational landmark and pilgrimage destination, highlighting resilience and heritage.

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