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A rich, flavorful stew of ground cassava leaves and meat; try it at local cookshops in the Sinkor area.
Dough-like fufu swallowed with spicy pepper or palm butter soup, widely available in downtown eateries.
Liberian-style jollof often features mixed meats and fish; look for popular spots around Mamba Point.
A chaotic but animated market excellent for buying colorful 'lappa' (wax print textiles).
Best street to find local artisans selling traditional wood carvings and masks.
A relatively calm stretch of sand in the Paynesville area; visit on a weekday morning for solitude.
A historically significant and peaceful island accessible via the Gabriel Tucker Bridge.
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Monrovia, the capital and largest city of Liberia, is located on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Mesurado River. Founded in 1822 by the American Colonization Society as a settlement for freed African-American slaves, it was named after U.S. President James Monroe. The city serves as Liberia's economic hub, home to the Freeport of Monrovia, which handles most of the country's trade. Monrovia's population is estimated at 1.5 million (2020), accounting for about 30% of the national population. Notable landmarks include the Centennial Pavilion, the Liberian National Museum, and the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex. The city has a tropical monsoon climate with heavy rainfall from May to October.
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Rain mm | 8 | 16 | 31 | 43 | 100 | 216 | 237 | 361 | 246 | 190 | 72 | 33 |
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This stretch of coastline in Monrovia provides a fascinating spot for recreation right by the Atlantic Ocean. The lively roar of the waves accompanies beachgoers and walkers with every step on the sand. Bringing a blanket to sit on is a great idea to fully appreciate the raw beauty of the shore.
