Agbodrafo, located along the Atlantic coast, is known for its historical slave-trade sites. One such site is the Maison des Esclaves, or `House of Slaves`, which gives insight into the dark past of the transatlantic slave trade. more
Agbodrafo, located along the Atlantic coast, is known for its historical slave-trade sites. One such site is the Maison des Esclaves, or `House of Slaves`, which gives insight into the dark past of the transatlantic slave trade. less
Chez Clarisse is a restaurant in Lomé known for its Ivorian cuisine. The restaurant`s highlight is its grilled fish and lobster, which can be enjoyed in a relaxed, open-air setting. more
Chez Clarisse is a restaurant in Lomé known for its Ivorian cuisine. The restaurant`s highlight is its grilled fish and lobster, which can be enjoyed in a relaxed, open-air setting. less
Covering an area of nearly 2000 sq km, the Fazao Malfakassa National Park is Togo`s largest national park. The park offers impressive scenery with its mix of savannah and forest, and is home to diverse wildlife, including monkeys, antelopes, and a va... more
Covering an area of nearly 2000 sq km, the Fazao Malfakassa National Park is Togo`s largest national park. The park offers impressive scenery with its mix of savannah and forest, and is home to diverse wildlife, including monkeys, antelopes, and a variety of bird species. less
The Akodessewa Fetish Market in Lomé, the capital, is the world`s largest voodoo market. Traditional healers from around the country gather here to sell everything from talismans to animal parts for use in rituals. more
The Akodessewa Fetish Market in Lomé, the capital, is the world`s largest voodoo market. Traditional healers from around the country gather here to sell everything from talismans to animal parts for use in rituals. less
Lomé`s Grand Marché is a bustling market where traders, most of them women wearing brightly colored clothing, sell everything from fresh produce to textiles. It`s a great place to experience the local culture, pick up souvenirs and try traditional st... more
Lomé`s Grand Marché is a bustling market where traders, most of them women wearing brightly colored clothing, sell everything from fresh produce to textiles. It`s a great place to experience the local culture, pick up souvenirs and try traditional street food. less
Kara, the cultural center of the Kabye people, is known for its traditional dwellings and farming terraces. It is also the gateway to the northern part of the country, which is full of natural attractions. more
Kara, the cultural center of the Kabye people, is known for its traditional dwellings and farming terraces. It is also the gateway to the northern part of the country, which is full of natural attractions. less
Koutammakou, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the north of Togo, is the land of the Batammariba people whose remarkable mud tower-houses (Takienta) have come to be seen as a symbol of Togo. These houses, ingeniously designed to be cool in hot weather,... more
Koutammakou, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the north of Togo, is the land of the Batammariba people whose remarkable mud tower-houses (Takienta) have come to be seen as a symbol of Togo. These houses, ingeniously designed to be cool in hot weather, provide a fascinating insight into traditional African architecture and the Batammariba`s intimate connection with their environment. less
Lake Togo is the largest part of a lagoon in the southeastern part of the country. It`s a popular destination for boating and fishing, and it`s surrounded by picturesque villages. The lake`s calm waters also make it perfect for traditional pirogue (c... more
Lake Togo is the largest part of a lagoon in the southeastern part of the country. It`s a popular destination for boating and fishing, and it`s surrounded by picturesque villages. The lake`s calm waters also make it perfect for traditional pirogue (canoe) rides. less
| Month | Temperature | Sunshine hours | Raindays |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34 °C | 10 | 0 |
| February | 35 °C | 10 | 1 |
| March | 35 °C | 10 | 7 |
| April | 34 °C | 10 | 9 |
| May | 33 °C | 10 | 14 |
| June | 31 °C | 10 | 17 |
| July | 29 °C | 9 | 19 |
| August | 29 °C | 9 | 20 |
| September | 30 °C | 9 | 19 |
| October | 32 °C | 10 | 11 |
| November | 34 °C | 10 | 3 |
| December | 33 °C | 10 | 1 |
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| Currency | CFA Franc |
| Population | 8082366 |
| Tourists per year | 615 |
| Tourists per resident | 7.6091580114041E-5 |
| Foundation | 1960 |
