Monrovia
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Monrovia is the capital and largest city of Liberia, situated on the Atlantic coast at Cape Mesurado. Founded in 1822 by the American Colonization Society, it was named in honor of U.S. President James Monroe. The city serves as the nation's primary political, economic, and cultural hub.
Statistics
Area
194.25 km²
Population
1,021,762