Yamoussoukro Department

Yamoussoukro Department is an administrative territorial division in central Ivory Coast comprising flat to gently rolling land with mixed settlement patterns. The region is organized around the capital city of Yamoussoukro, which serves as the main administrative hub.

The department originated in 1988 from the division of Bouaké Department and underwent multiple territorial reorganizations. Its current boundaries were established in 2009, reflecting shifts in administrative planning for the region.

The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace shapes the area's identity and draws visitors seeking to experience its architectural presence and religious importance. It serves as a pilgrimage site and central symbol for the region.

The territory is easiest to reach through the capital city of Yamoussoukro, which has good road connections to other regions. Most administrative buildings and public services are concentrated in the city itself.

The region hosts the Institut National Polytechnique Félix Houphouët-Boigny, a leading technical university established in 1996 that trains engineers and professionals. This institution plays an important role in the country's technical and economic development.

Location: Yamoussoukro Autonomous District

Capital city: Yamoussoukro

Elevation above the sea: 248 m

Address: Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire

GPS coordinates: 6.83333,-5.25000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:00