Monrovia

The capital of the Republic of Liberia

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Monrovia (English: Monrovia ）Yes Republic of Liberia Capital, the capital of Montserrato. be located Africa west Atlantic Coastal Mesula Cape and Bushrod Island Go up, defend Sao Paulo River At the mouth of the sea, yes West Africa An important gateway to the sea, Africa is far away from South America current port city 。 The population is 1.15 million (website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in November 2019). be located Africa west. To the north Guinea , northwest boundary sierra leone , adjacent to the east Cote d'Ivoire And the Atlantic Ocean in the southwest. The coastline is 537 kilometers long. It is a tropical monsoon climate with an annual average temperature of about 25 ℃. It is divided into dry season and rainy season, with average annual average precipitation With more than 5000 mm, it is one of the regions with the most rainfall on the West African coast and even in the world, known as the "Rain City of Africa".

Chinese name: Monrovia
Foreign name: Monrovia
Region: Montserrato, Liberia

Area under jurisdiction: Cape Mesula (Peninsula), Bushrod Island
population size: 1.15 million (November 2019)^[1]
Famous scenic spot: Monrovia Port
Dialect: English

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Historical evolution

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Liberia Old name“ Grain Coast ”。 In the second half of the 15th century, Portuguese came here to trade slaves, later Dutch, British, French, etc Colonist Successive invasion. In 1821, the "American Colonial Association" established a black immigrant area here, with its center in Monrovia. On July 26, 1847, Liberia declared independence and was founded Republic of Liberia , with Monrovia as its capital.

West Africa One of the oldest institutions of higher learning - University of Liberia (Built in 1862) is also located here. In addition, there are museums and national libraries. On the square in front of the Capitol, there is a tall monument. On the top of the monument stands a man who carries the national flag and holds the assault horn Africa Bronze statue of women is a symbol of freedom and independence of Liberia. The capital has Trunk highway Connecting all the countries Greater Administrative Region 。 Roberts International in the eastern suburbs Airport It is one of the largest airports in Africa. Liberia's shipping industry is world-renowned, with more than 20 cities in the capital sea freight Scheduled airline Connected with the outside world, Monrovia Port is one of the largest modern ports in West Africa. Monrovia Port is located at the Second World War It was built at that time. At that time, Germany fascist It controls Europe and its sea lanes, originally America —— Western Europe The ships on the Line are all changed to the Americas West Africa Line, and Monrovia has become the hub of this route. In 1944, at the height of the Second World War Old port Bush to the north Rhode Island The new port was built and put into use in 1984, becoming the most modern port in West Africa at that time. In 1956, Newport was named“ Monrovia Free Port ”Foreign ships are allowed to enter and leave the port freely. Goods can be freely re exported to a third country in the port. Storage, processing, and repackaging are allowed. Only 1.5% of the consular fee is charged, without tariffs. So as to attract more merchant ships arrival , added port Service income 。

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Downtown Monrovia

The corner of Mesula in the center of the city is a bustling business district. There are many shops on both sides of the street, and people are bustling about. While watching the dazzling array of goods, they are shopping for new local Handicrafts 。 Cross the Mesurado Bridge to the north of the city Bushrod Island , this is Emerging industrial zone And the famous West Africa Freeport ——Monrovia Free Port. The Capital Hill in the east of the urban area is the location of government agencies. There are administrative buildings, parliament buildings and municipal halls. One of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Africa—— University of Liberia (Built in 1862) is also located here. In addition, there are museums and national libraries.

Monrovia is also the national economy and Transportation Center 。 More than 70% of the country's industrial enterprises are concentrated here, including oil refining rubber , food Beer , beverage, rice milling, clothing, cement, chemical industry, etc. stay Bushrod Island A "free industrial zone" has been established in the United States, Germany Brazil More than 30 companies from other countries have built factories here. In addition, Monrovian Fishing industry And fish processing industry It is also quite developed. Monrovia is also the financial center of the country.

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Oath Palace

The capital has trunk roads connecting the major administrative regions of the country. Roberts International Airport in the eastern suburbs is one of the largest airports in Africa. Liberia's shipping industry is world-renowned, with more than 20 cities in the capital sea freight Regular routes connect with the outside world. Monrovia Port is one of the largest modern ports in West Africa. The port of Monrovia was built during the Second World War. At that time, German fascists controlled Europe and its sea lanes, and the ships that used to go along the Americas Western Europe line were changed to the Americas West Africa line.

Water area of Monrovia Free Port 3 Square kilometers , covering an area of 0.61 square kilometers breakwater Around, the channel is 245 meters wide, 11.5~14 meters deep, and the main wharf is 610 meters long, which can berth 9 90000 ton cargo ships at the same time; There is a special dock for ore loading and unloading ships with a draft of 10.7m; Capacity 25000 tons tanker Wharf and special fishery wharf with storage and processing facilities. The port area is equipped with warehouses Warehouse And 40000 ton oil pool and latex Pool. year throughput 1300 tons. The export goods include rubber Iron ore , Gold Diamonds 、 Brown oil , brown kernel forest product Imported grain Mining machinery , industrial products, etc.

Introduction to Scenic Spots

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A broad street

The urban area of Monrovia is composed of Mesurado (Peninsula) and Bushrod Island form. A close view of the Atlantic Ocean off the island shows the waves crashing on the shore and flying pearls piling snow; Looking into the distance, the water and sky are vast, and the blue waves are boundless. All kinds of tropical trees, flowers and plants on the island grow luxuriantly. They are green all the year round and fragrant all the time. The whole city is covered in green forests and flowers. The tropical scenery is charming.

Communications

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Monrovia Camp

The fixed telephone network in Monrovia has not been fully restored due to the destruction of the civil war. Mobile phones are the main means of communication. There are four foreign-funded communication companies operating in Liberia, LoneStar, Cellcom, Commium and LiberCell, Coverage Generally, it is the capital and several nearby states.

Public holidays

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January 1: New Year Day
February 11: Army Day （Armed Forces Day）
The second Wednesday in March: Tomb Sweeping Day
March 15: J.J. Robert's Memorial Birthday
The second Friday in April: Fast&Prayer Day
May 14: Unification Day
July 26: Independence Day (Independence Day)
August 24: National Flag Day （Flag Day）
The first Thursday in November: Thanksgiving （Thanksgiving Day）
November 29: President Tubman's Birthday
December 25: Christmas Day

medical and health work

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malaria 、 cholera and hepatitis For the benefit of multiple diseases.

Main cross streets in the urban area

Monrovia mainly has JFK Medical Center (Public) and St Joseph Catholic Hospital (private) two general hospitals are open to the public, but the conditions are general. There are many pharmacies in the urban area. It is recommended that you take some commonly used medicines and antimalarial medicines with you. Diuretic malaria mortality Higher. Feel unwell, suggest taking it in time Antimalarial drug And go to the local hospital for treatment as soon as possible.

casualty accident

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On September 18, 2019, the Liberian fire department confirmed that a fire broke out in a school near the capital Monrovia on the evening of the 17th, resulting in 29 deaths and 2 missing people. Sami Ko, the head of the Liberian fire department, said in a telephone interview with Xinhua News Agency that rescuers found the remains of 28 students and one teacher at the scene, and the search and rescue work is still continuing. Ko said that preliminary investigation showed that the fire was caused by Short circuit of wire It is caused by fire. The local police said that the relevant departments were Accident causes Conduct further investigation. Presidents of Liberia On the 18th, Weia Social media The platform sent a message of condolences to the victims of the accident and said that it was a sad moment for the families of the victims and all Liberians^[1] ”。

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