- Official name
- Republic of Côte d'Ivoire République de Côte d'Ivoire · French
- Capital
- Yamoussoukro (the official capital; most of the government remains in Abidjan)
- Region
- Western Africa
- Population (2018 est.)
- ≈ 25 million
- Area
- 322,463 km²
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Neighbours
- Burkina Faso, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali
- Internet / phone
- .ci · +225
Where it is
Notable facts
- Côte d’Ivoire is the world’s largest producer of cocoa beans, supplying roughly 40% of global output.
- The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro is one of the largest churches in the world.
- The official capital is Yamoussoukro, but Abidjan remains the economic centre and seat of most institutions.
- The country asks to be called Côte d’Ivoire in all languages rather than translated as “Ivory Coast”.
World Heritage 5 sites
- Mount Nimba Strict Nature Reserve In danger
- Taï National Park
- Comoé National Park In danger
National dish
Attiéké Fermented grated cassava, steamed to a fine couscous-like grain, served with grilled fish and onion relish.