Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast is a country in West Africa, Africa. Its capital is Yamoussoukro, with a population of approximately 28.9M and a total area of 322,463 km². The official language is French and the currency is the West African CFA Franc (XOF).
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Ivory Coast covers an area of 322,463 km² with a population density of 90/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $79.4B ($2,748 per capita) and gained independence in 1960. It has a coastline of 515 km.
Ivory Coast grows about 40% of the world's cocoa, making it the single largest source of the beans behind global chocolate. Its political capital, Yamoussoukro, is home to the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, the largest church on Earth.
✈️ Travel Information for Ivory Coast
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🏛 Must-See Places in Ivory Coast
The largest church in the world by area, modelled on St Peter's in Rome
A UNESCO site protecting the last major primary rainforest in West Africa and its chimpanzees
The economic capital and largest city, a lagoon-side hub of skyscrapers and markets
One of West Africa's largest protected areas, ranging from savanna to dense forest
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What is the capital of Ivory Coast?
The capital of Ivory Coast is Yamoussoukro.
What continent is Ivory Coast in?
Ivory Coast is located in Africa, in the West Africa region.
What currency does Ivory Coast use?
Ivory Coast uses the West African CFA Franc (XOF). The international calling code is +225.
What is the GDP of Ivory Coast?
Ivory Coast has a GDP of $79.4B, with a GDP per capita of $2,748.
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