N'Djamena

The name 'N'Djamena' means 'place of rest' or 'place of peace' in Arabic.

N'Djamena was founded as Fort-Lamy by French commander Émile Gentil on 29 May 1900.

N'Djamena is located at the confluence of the Chari and Logone rivers.

N'Djamena has a hot semi-arid climate and is one of the hottest major cities on the planet.

N'Djamena was named the 'Capital of Islamic Culture' for 2009 by the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.