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Stumble It!Country: Togo
Where is it?: Togo is in western Africa between Benin and Ghana
Why do people go here?: Perhaps one of the most favorite countries in West Africa, travelers flock to Togo for its beaches.
What are the main entry points?: Togo is easy to enter. You can come overland from any of the surrounding countries and there are regular flights for Europe.
Currency used: West African Franc
Country Code for Phones: 228
Area codes for Major Cities:
Other Phone Tips:
Religion: Animist 70%, Christian 20%, 10%
Population: 5400000
Ethnic Breakdown: Ewe, Mina, Kabye, others
Government: Republic under transition to multiparty democratic rule
Languages: French, Ewe
Major Cities: Lome
Attractions: Lome, Togoville,Marché des Féticheurs
Accomodation:
Tourism Office locations and links: Togo Office National Togolais du Tourisme B.P. 1289 Lome, Togo, West Africa
Off-the-Beaten-Path: Valley of the Tamberma,Kéran National Park
Health Issues: Proof of Yellow Fever shot
When to go: July, August and September are the coolest months although there is occasional rain
Common Phrases: Hello = Bonjour, How are you? = Comment allez-vous?, Good = Bien or Bon, Yes = Oui, Okay = D'accord or OK, No = Non, Thank you = Merci, Please = S'il vous plaît, Goodbye = Au revoir
Specific Events/Holidays: Meditation Day: January 13, National Day: April 27, Labour Day: May 1, Day of then Martyrs: June 21
Getting Around: Minibuses service the entire country
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