Independence Monument, Lome, Independence memorial in central Lomé, Togo.
The monument features a white bust of a woman holding a cooking pot, positioned in front of a silhouetted figure with raised arms.
Paul Ahyi, who designed the national flag of Togo, created this monument to mark the country's independence from France on April 27, 1960.
Inscriptions on the monument display the national motto 'Work, Liberty, Homeland' and celebrate the birth of the Togolese nation through faith and sacrifice.
The monument stands near the Palais des congrès de Lomé and the National Museum, with specified visiting hours for public access.
The structure incorporates both geometric patterns and human forms, surrounded by palm trees, fountains, and an ornate black gold iron fence.
Location: Lomé
GPS coordinates: 6.12995,1.21598
Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:46
Togo extends from the coast of the Gulf of Guinea to forested plateaus inland. The country contains several national parks, including Fazao Malfakassa and Keran, where elephants, antelopes, and numerous bird species live. The waterfalls at Aklowa and Kpimé cascade over multiple tiers through tropical vegetation. The Koutammakou region in the northeast displays traditional clay architecture with characteristic Tatas, fortified dwellings of the Batammariba people. In Lomé, German and French colonial buildings reflect the history of the 19th and 20th centuries, while local markets like the Marché des Féticheurs present traditional practices and commerce. Mount Agou rises to 986 meters and provides views across surrounding valleys and plantations. The coastal area includes sandy beaches along the Atlantic and Lac Togo, a lagoon used for fishing and water activities. Temple ruins and shrines are distributed throughout the country, documenting the animist traditions of various ethnic groups.
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