Palace of the Kings Bell
Palace of the Kings Bell, Royal palace and monument in Douala, Cameroon.
The Palace of the Kings Bell features multiple architectural styles and functions as both a government building and a cultural center in Douala.
The German government commissioned the construction of this palace in 1905 for King Auguste Manga Ndumbe, who established large plantations along the Kamerun-Wui river.
The palace stands as a representation of the Bell dynasty's influence, with successive generations of kings maintaining their administrative presence in the Littoral region.
Located at coordinates 4.04339 latitude and 9.68713 longitude, the palace includes a restaurant and houses the espace doual'art cultural institution.
The building received the nickname La Pagode from French writer Louis-Ferdinand Céline during his stay in Douala between 1916 and 1917.
Location: Douala
Location: Littoral
Inception: 1905
GPS coordinates: 4.04339,9.68713
Latest update: April 14, 2025 12:46
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