Biscuiterie is a commune d'arrondissement of the city of

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, part of the arrondissement of Grand Dakar. It is located in the centre-southern area of the city. As of 2007, it had a population of 56,932.

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La Biscuiterie owes its name to the eponymous "Biscuiterie" (also known as "Biscuiterie de Medina", "Biscuit factory of

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"), a former biscuit factory that has been restructured into an exhibition venue. Among other art, craft, and

urban culture Urban culture is the culture of towns and cities. The defining theme is the presence of a large population in a limited space that follows social norms. This makes it possible for many subcultures close to each other, exposed to social influence ...

exhibitions and events, la Biscuiterie has hosted the 2010 edition of the

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