Bingerville, Former colonial capital near Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Bingerville is a town situated along the Ébrié Lagoon, approximately 10 kilometers east of Abidjan. It functions as a residential and commercial area connected to the capital through several transportation routes.
The town served as the seat of French colonial administration between 1909 and 1934, named after governor Louis-Gustave Binger. When Abidjan was later established as the new administrative capital, the town's role shifted significantly.
The École militaire préparatoire technique operates in Bingerville as a significant military academy, preparing future officers for national defense.
The area is accessible from Abidjan by several transportation options and offers markets, schools, and healthcare facilities. Visitors can easily find local shops and services that meet everyday needs.
Archaeological findings reveal that people lived in the area about 13,000 years ago, leaving behind early stone tools. These discoveries rank among the oldest evidence of human settlement in West Africa.
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