The West African city described in the list is C. Timbuktu. It is known for being an ancient center of trade and Islamic learning and was conquered by Sunni Ali of the Songhai Empire after a lengthy siege.
oldest known city in sub-Saharan Africa
served as a trading post on the Trans-Saharan trade routes
center of Islamic learning
conquered by Sunni Ali after a 7-month siege
Which West African city is described in this list?
A.
Gao
B.
Benin
C.
Timbuktu
D.
Djenne
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