Fosse aux Lions National Park, National park in Savanes Region, Togo.
Fosse aux Lions National Park is a protected area in the Savanes Region of northern Togo, featuring savanna landscapes and native vegetation. The park spreads across grasslands dotted with trees and shrubs that characterize this part of the country.
The area was designated as a reserved forest in 1954 during French colonial rule and later changed to national park status. This protection aimed to safeguard the region's wildlife from ongoing decline.
The park shows people how natural spaces can be kept safe for wildlife and future generations. It represents local commitment to protecting the land and its creatures in meaningful ways.
The park can be reached by road from nearby towns, with Tandjouaré serving as the main gateway. It is helpful to check local conditions before visiting and consider arranging a local guide for better exploration.
The park once held a notable elephant population in the 1980s, though numbers have since declined significantly. This shift reflects how vulnerable wildlife can be even within protected lands.
Address: Togo
GPS coordinates: 10.76611,0.17759
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:10
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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