Presidential Palace, Bissau
Presidential Palace, Bissau, Presidential palace at Praça dos Heróis Nacionais, Guinea-Bissau
The Presidential Palace stands at the northern end of Avenida Amílcar Cabral, featuring a neoclassical facade with Mediterranean architectural elements and modern additions.
Built in 1930 during Portuguese colonial rule, the palace suffered extensive damage in the 1998-99 Civil War and underwent major renovations funded by Chinese investments in 2013.
The Presidential Palace represents the central point of governmental power in Guinea-Bissau, hosting state ceremonies and executive meetings for national leadership functions.
External viewing remains the primary option for visitors as security personnel maintain strict protocols regarding close-up photography and direct building access.
The structure houses a population of bats that remained in residence through periods of abandonment between 1999 and 2013, prior to its restoration.
Location: Bissau
Inception: 1930s
GPS coordinates: 11.86399,-15.58496
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:03
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