Niger Republic Art and Culture, Tourism, Government, Politics, People. The information in this book guides you through a visit to Niger republic. Niger Republic History and Cultural Information and Travel Guide. Vacation package Book. Niger forms part of the vast Sahelian cultural region of western Africa. Although the influence of Islām is predominant, pre-Islāmic cultural traditions are also strong and omnipresent. Since independence, greater interest has been shown in the country’s cultural heritage, particularly with respect to traditional architecture, handicrafts, dances, and music. With the assistance of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, a regional centre for the collection of oral traditions has been established at Niamey. An institution prominent in cultural life is the National Museum at Niamey