Get in
Getting to Bonthe by public transport is relatively straightforward. From Bo, you can take a daily share-taxi or mini-bus to Mattru Jong. Then, the next day, you can take the regular transport boat to the island. Onward travel to the Turtle Islands is sporadic but still possible.
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Popular Foods
Dish: Cassava leaves stew (also known as "Kelewele")Description: This traditional Sierra Leonean dish consists of cassava leaves cooked with spices, palm oil, and meat – typically chicken or goat. It's often served with rice, plantains, or yams.
Dish: Pepper soup (also known as "Jollof Rice")Description: This iconic West African dish features spicy tomato sauce poured over a bed of fragrant, flavorful rice. In Sierra Leone, it's common to include seafood like fish or shrimp in the pepper soup, although meat options like chicken or beef can also be used.
Dish: Fried rice (also known as "Chicken-Fried Rice")Description: This beloved dish comprises rice cooked with vegetables, scrambled eggs, and sliced chicken. Seasoned with soy sauce and other Asian condiments, fried rice is a versatile staple in Sierra Leonean cuisine – sometimes served as a standalone meal, but more commonly as a delicious accompaniment to other dishes.Historical Appearance
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Traditional Female Clothing
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