Timia
Timia is a small town and commune in northern Niger, situated at an oasis in the Aïr Mountains, Agadez Region, Arlit Department. Visitors come to the Tuareg town to see a seasonal waterfall, a former French fort and the nearby ruined town of Assodé. As of 2011, the commune had a total population of 13,588 people.
Timia | |
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Commune and town | |
Timia Location in Niger | |
| Coordinates: 18°6′52″N 8°46′45″E | |
| Country | Niger |
| Region | Agadez Region |
| Department | Arlit Department |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 13,588 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
Timia lies south of Iferouane and north of Agadez. The main town lies around 3 km from a stone guelta oasis, which holds water year round. It is also known for its fruit trees, an unusual sight in the Saharan regions of northern Niger.
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