port city on the Gulf of Aden; the capital and largest city of Djibouti
"The bustling port city of Djibouti serves as the capital and largest urban center of the nation."
a country in northeastern Africa on the Somali peninsula; formerly under French control but became independent in 1997
"Djibouti, located at the entrance to the Red Sea, is a small nation in northeastern Africa that gained independence from France."
A country in East Africa. Official name: Republic of Djibouti.
"Djibouti is a small nation located on the Horn of Africa that serves as a vital strategic port for international shipping."
The name Djibouti likely comes from an Afar word meaning "plate" or "plateau." The country took its name from this capital city.