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Monrovia
Montserrado County, Liberia · Africa
About Monrovia
Monrovia sits on the route: 30 minutes from Bensonville.
Monrovia is a major city located in Montserrado County, Liberia. With a population of 1,542,549, it is one of the largest urban centers in Africa.
On a road trip, Monrovia sits in Liberia. It's in the Africa/Monrovia time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Monrovia to your route.
About Monrovia
Monrovia is the administrative capital and largest city of Liberia. Founded in 1822, it is located on Cape Mesurado on the Atlantic coast and, as of the 2022 census, had a population of 1,761,032 residents. Its largely urbanized metropolitan area, including Montserrado and Margibi counties, was home to 2,225,911Read more
inhabitants as of the 2022 census, representing 33.5% of Liberia’s total population.
As the nation’s primary city, Monrovia is Liberia’s economic, financial, and cultural center. Its economy is primarily centered on its harbor and its role as the seat of the Liberian government, with the Freeport of Monrovia serving as the country’s largest and main port. Monrovia was traditionally the land of the Vai people and was founded in April 1822 by members of the American Colonization Society as a settlement for free people of color from the United States.
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Where is Monrovia located?
Monrovia is located in Montserrado County, Liberia, Africa. The coordinates are 6.3005 latitude, -10.7969 longitude.
What is the population of Monrovia?
Monrovia has a population of approximately 1,542,549 people, making it a major city in Liberia.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 1,542,549
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Liberia
- Region
- Montserrado County
- Timezone
- Africa/Monrovia
- Coordinates
- 6.3005, -10.7969
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