List of cities in Ivory Coast facts for kids
Welcome to a guide about the main cities in Ivory Coast, also known as Côte d'Ivoire! This country is located in West Africa. Cities are important places where many people live and work. They are centers for business, education, and culture.
This article will show you some of the most important cities in Côte d'Ivoire. We will look at how many people live in them and where they are located.
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Understanding Côte d'Ivoire's Cities
Côte d'Ivoire has many towns and cities. Some are very large, while others are smaller. The population of these cities has changed a lot over the years. Knowing about these cities helps us understand how the country is growing and developing.
How We Measure City Size
We can tell how big a city is by counting its population. This is usually done through a census, which is like a big count of all the people. The table below shows the population of cities in different years, including the most recent count from 2014.
| Rank | City / Town | 2014 Population | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Abidjan | 3,677,115 | Lagunes |
| 2. | Bouaké | 567,481 | Gbêkê |
| 3. | Daloa | 319,427 | Haut-Sassandra |
| 4. | Yamoussoukro | 361,893 | Bélier |
| 5. | San-Pédro | 261,616 | Bas-Sassandra |
| 6. | Divo | 184,481 | Lôh-Djiboua |
| 7. | Korhogo | 286,071 | Poro |
| 8. | Anyama | 148,962 | Lagunes |
| 9. | Abengourou | 135,635 | Moyen-Comoé |
| 10. | Man | 188,704 | Tonkpi |
| 11. | Gagnoa | 213,918 | Gôh |
| 12. | Soubré | 175,163 | Nawa |
| 13. | Agboville | 95,093 | Agnéby-Tiassa |
| 14. | Dabou | 88,430 | Lagunes |
| 15. | Grand-Bassam | 84,028 | Sud-Comoé |
| 16. | Bouaflé | 167,263 | Marahoué |
| 17. | Issia | 85,727 | Haut-Sassandra |
| 18. | Sinfra | 130,227 | Marahoué |
| 19. | Katiola | 56,681 | Hambol |
| 20. | Bingerville | 91,319 | Lagunes |
| 21. | Adzopé | 98,846 | Mé |
| 22. | Séguéla | 63,774 | Béré |
| 23. | Bondoukou | 117,453 | Gontougo |
| 24. | Oumé | 127,850 | Gôh |
| 25. | Ferkessedougou | 120,150 | Tchologo |
| 26. | Dimbokro | 64,957 | N'zi |
| 27. | Odienné | 50,506 | Denguélé |
| 28. | Duékoué | 185,344 | Guémon |
| 29. | Danané | 104,672 | Dix-Huit Montagnes |
| 30. | Tingréla | 80,887 | Savanes |
| 31. | Guiglo | 113,796 | Moyen-Cavally |
| 32. | Boundiali | 59,586 | Savanes |
| 33. | Agnibilékrou | 69,174 | Moyen-Comoé |
| 34. | Daoukro | 73,134 | N'zi-Comoé |
| 35. | Vavoua | 134,651 | Haut-Sassandra |
| 36. | Zuénoula | 80,949 | Marahoué |
| 37. | Tiassalé | 58,248 | Lagunes |
| 38. | Toumodi | 63,430 | Lacs |
| 39. | Akoupé | 66,311 | Agnéby |
| 40. | Lakota | 77,223 | Lôh-Djiboua |
Key Cities to Know
While all cities are important, some stand out due to their size or role in the country.
Abidjan: The Economic Heart
Abidjan is the largest city in Côte d'Ivoire. It's often called the economic capital. This means it's a very busy place for business, trade, and industry. Many people from all over the country and even other parts of Africa come to Abidjan to find work and opportunities. It has a big port, which is important for sending goods in and out of the country.
Yamoussoukro: The Political Capital
Yamoussoukro is the official capital city of Côte d'Ivoire. Even though it's the capital, it's not as big as Abidjan. It's known for its grand buildings, including the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, which is one of the largest churches in the world.
Bouaké: A Central Hub
Bouaké is the second-largest city. It's located in the central part of the country. This makes it an important hub for transportation and trade between different regions.
San-Pédro: A Growing Port City
San-Pédro is a significant port city on the coast. It's important for exporting goods like cocoa, which is a major product of Côte d'Ivoire. The city has grown a lot over the years.
See also
In Spanish: Anexo:Localidades de Costa de Marfil para niños
