Abidjan

Here is your invitation to visit Abidjan- the very fascinating capital city of Ivory Coast. Nestled very close to Africa, travelers consider Abidjan as one of the most hot spot to visit. Abidjan is a pleasant city featuring plethora of natural beauties, beautiful landscape, and wonderful geographical features to display. The hospitality among the peoples generally attracts the visitors the most. However, Abidjan has managed to gain a reputation for being one of the excellent holiday destinations of Africa. Some places of Abidjan displays a European feeling, once can experience an amazing blend of European and wealthy touch at the towns of Le Plateau, Cocody and les Duex Plateaux. However, Abidjan is known to be one of the largest cities in the nation also the second largest French speaking city in the world. As soon as a person visits this beautiful location, they can experience very lively, busy and very much African places. The capital city features a unique combination of mystical land, beautiful landscape, wonderful geographical features, plethora of natural beauties and many more. With the increase in the number of tourist visiting Abidjan, the tourism department has branched out with various convenient opportunities and good facilities for their tourists.

It is the country’s art and cultural heritage that tend to draw attention of various travelers. Among the most amazing cultural hub of West Africa or Africa, Abidjan in the 21st century is characterized by high industrialization and urbanization. The Ivory Coast was once the shining light in West Africa and was an example for other nations to follow. The city will keep you enlighten by the unique French and European cultural display. With so many exciting things to see and to do, a large number of tourist definitely appreciate the beautifully designed bunch of skyscrapers. It is the presence of European touch in the city which can make a traveler to forget that he is in Africa. The touristy areas of Abidjan include the huge market in the Treichville area. One can walk down the market roads and watch numerous merchants selling goods made by the country's 60 ethnic groups. A dive to the Cocody district will take you to the most striking homes and gardens. Must explore the Palais de la Presidence or the National Museum which feature an excellent collection of African art or the modernistic St. Paul's Cathedral.

Travelers having interest with flora and fauna can plan their day trip to visit the Banco National Park situated on the outskirts of town. The national Park preserves 7,500 acres/3,000 hectares of tropical rain forest along with a nice picnic area and an arboretum. Bingerville and Grand Bassam also make an excellent day trip. Abidjan is large, clean and fairly modern offering various things to do and see. The Le Plateau area of Abidjan is where a large number of travelers tend to flock around. One should definitely try the lip smacking cuisine of French food. As you walk down the streets you can see small vendors selling delicious Ivorian food. Spend you night out at in Princess Road in Yopougon.