Independence Monument, Lomé

Name: Independence Monument
Address: Lomé, Togo

#4 among attractions in Lomé

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Facts and practical information

The Monument de L'Independance was built as a tribute to Togo’s independence from France on April 27, 1960. The structure is composed of a human silhouette carved within it and surrounded by promenades, palm trees, manicured lawns, fountains and a black gold iron fence. ()

Coordinates: 6°7'48"N, 1°12'58"E

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Lomé Togo

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Independence Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sacred Heart Cathedral, Togo National Museum, Palais des Congrès De Lomé, Place de la Libération.

0.8 miSE
Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Lomé
21 min walk • The Sacred Heart Cathedral It is the mother of the Archdiocese of Lome, one of the seven Catholic church districts of the African Republic of Togo. Built in just over a year by the German colonial authorities, then it became one of the iconic buildings of the new capital of Togo.
~760 ftE
History museum, Museum
Togo National Museum, Lomé
4 min walk • Togo National Museum is the national museum of Togo. It is located in the capital of Lomé. Founded in 1975, it presents cultural and historical exhibits.
~590 ftNE
6°7'50"N • 1°13'3"E
Palais des Congrès De Lomé, Lomé
3 min walk • Palace, Convention center
0.5 miE
6°7'53"N • 1°13'24"E
Place de la Libération, Lomé
14 min walk • Amusement, Amusement park
~1220 ftE
6°7'47"N • 1°13'10"E
Place des Martyrs, Lomé
6 min walk • Memorial
~930 ftE
Library
National Library of Togo, Lomé
5 min walk • The National Library of Togo is the national library of Togo and is located in the capital, Lomé.
1 miSW
Neighbourhood
Kodjoviakopé, Lomé
26 min walk • Kodjoviakope is a neighborhood of Lomé is on the western side of the city, bounded by the Route Circulaire and the Togo-Ghana border. It is known as one of the city's opposition strongholds.
~1060 ftNW
6°7'57"N • 1°12'52"E
Confortium, Lomé
6 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~1250 ftS
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Stade Général Eyadema, Lomé
7 min walk • Stade Général Eyadema is a multi-use stadium in Lomé, Togo. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium holds 15,000 people, and it was opened in 1968.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Independence Monument?

Nearby attractions include Palais des Congrès De Lomé, Lomé (3 min walk), Togo National Museum, Lomé (4 min walk), National Library of Togo, Lomé (5 min walk), Place des Martyrs, Lomé (6 min walk).

How to get to Independence Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to Independence Monument:

Bus

Mairie Centrale • Lines: L1, L3, L6 (4 min walk)
Orabank • Lines: L1, L3, L6 (5 min walk)

Train

Gare Ferroviaire Centrale du Togo (7 min walk)
Lomé (7 min walk)