Arch 22, Triumphal arch in Banjul, Gambia
The neoclassical Arch 22 spans Independence Drive with eight fluted Doric columns supporting a hollow-arched pediment at a height of 114 feet.
The construction of Arch 22 in 1996 marks the military takeover of July 22, 1994, when President Yahya Jammeh assumed leadership of The Gambia.
The ethnographic museum inside the arch displays traditional agricultural tools, textile robes, local weapons, and important documents from Gambian history.
Visitors can access the upper level cafe and observation deck through internal staircases, offering views of Banjul, the River Gambia, and Tanbi mangroves.
The monument features gilded statues of musicians on white pedestals and a soldier holding a baby in the central roundabout.
Location: Banjul
Inception: January 1, 1996
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Address: FC69+42M, Banjul, The Gambia Banjul
GPS coordinates: 13.46029,-16.58227
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
Triumphal arches document military and historical events of their time. These monuments to victories and commemoration stand in cities around the world. The structures combine architectural elements with historical documentation through reliefs, inscriptions, and sculptures. The collection includes Roman triumphal arches such as the Arch of Constantine, Arch of Titus, and Arch of Septimius Severus in Rome, along with the Arch of Trajan in Benevento. Paris features the Arc de Triomphe, Porte Saint-Denis, and Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Siegestor in Munich, and Puerta de Alcalá in Madrid document European history. Further examples include the India Gate in New Delhi, Patuxaï in Vientiane, and Arch 22 in Banjul. In North America, the Washington Square Arch and Soldiers' and Sailors' Arch stand in New York, while the Gateway Arch rises in St. Louis. The Triumphal Arch of Orange and Hadrian's Arch in Athens demonstrate ancient Roman architecture.
Gambia features national parks with wildlife, beaches along the Atlantic Ocean, busy traditional markets, and historical sites. The country hosts several nature reserves for bird and crocodile watching, colonial fortifications, megalithic circles, and museums documenting local history. The Gambia River flows through the territory and forms islands accessible to visitors.
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