Liberia is a coastal country centered on Monrovia, and since English is widely spoken, getting around West Africa is relatively easy here. Port towns like Buchanan have a quieter atmosphere.
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Monrovia
Monrovia is the capital of Liberia, situated on Cape Mesurado along the Atlantic coast. It is the country's most populous city and accounts for a large share of Montserrado County's population.
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Buchanan
Buchanan is Liberia's third-largest city, sitting at the mouth of the Saint John River as the capital of Grand Bassa County. It's a pleasant place to enjoy quiet riverside scenery.
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Top sights in Liberia
Nature
Bushrod Island
An island near Monrovia surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and rivers. It's home to Liberia's largest port along with several towns and residential areas.
Nature
Saint Paul River
This river flows across Liberia, with its upper reaches forming part of the border with Guinea. The Gola people call it the "Two River," and its course offers a glimpse of West Africa's natural landscape.
Museums & galleries
Liberian National Museum
Founded in 1958, the Liberian National Museum has collected and exhibited cultural heritage with support from UNESCO. It's a great place to explore Liberia's history and culture.
Nature
Mesurado River
The Mesurado River runs through Monrovia, Liberia's capital, crossed by the People's Bridge, built in the 1970s. It's a pleasant spot to stroll across the bridge and take in the riverside views.
Nature
Saint John River
One of Liberia's major rivers, it rises in the highlands of Guinea and flows southwest before meeting the Atlantic in Grand Bassa County. The lush green scenery along its banks makes it a peaceful spot to unwind.
Views & landmarks
Edward J. Roye Building
A high-rise on Ashmun Street in downtown Monrovia, Liberia, that was once a landmark of the city. Completed in 1965, it originally served as headquarters for the ruling True Whig Party and now stands in ruins, hinting at its former grandeur.
Temples & religious sites
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Monrovia
A Catholic cathedral located on Broad Street in downtown Monrovia. It's a landmark you'll naturally come across while walking through the heart of Liberia's capital.
Nature
Providence Island
This island in Monrovia is historically significant as the site where freed Black Americans first settled in Liberia. In recognition of its value, it has been named to the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list.
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