Abidjan remained the capital of Ivory Coast after its independence from France in 1960. In 1983, the city of Yamoussoukro was designated as the official political capital of Ivory Coast.

Ivory Coast, also known as Côte d'Ivoire[a] and officially the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, is a country on the southern coast of West Africa. Its capital city of Yamoussoukro is located in the centre of the country, while its largest city and economic centre is the port city of Abidjan.

Jan 12, 2025 · Abidjan, chief port, de facto capital, and largest city of Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast). It lies along the Ébrié Lagoon, which is separated from the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic by the Vridi Plage sandbar. A village in 1898, it became a town in 1903.

May 1, 2019 · Things to Do in Abidjan, Ivory Coast: See Tripadvisor's 19,721 traveler reviews and photos of Abidjan tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in February. We have reviews of the best places to see in Abidjan. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

Nov 7, 2023 · Welcome, dear wanderer, to the vivacious Abidjan. This energetic city, nestled amidst lagoons on the southwestern coast of Cte d’Ivoire, is whispering in your ear, luring you with its mix of progressing cosmopolitan energy and traditional Ivorian allure.

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Abidjan is the largest city and former capital of Ivory Coast. It is the commercial and banking center of Ivory Coast as well as the de facto capital. Yamoussoukro is the official capital. The city is in Ébrié Lagoon. It is built on many peninsulas and islands which are connected by bridges.

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Aug 31, 2024 · Ivory Coast is one of the most underrated countries in Africa (at least by English speakers). I took an impromptu trip to Abidjan, hoping to eat great food while seeing one of the most beautiful places in West Africa.

Jan 9, 2025 · Abidjan tourism is still not at the point where things are easy for visitors. Instead, you need to get an e-visa prior to arriving. It’s straightforward and is done completely online. It takes around 48 hours and costs around $100. I have a complete guide on how I got my Ivory Coast e-visa here.