Africa's first independent republic
English, Liberia koloqua
Liberian Dollar and USD
Indigenous ethnic groups make up nearly all of Liberia's population, the largest being Kpelle (20 percent). Liberians are generally positive and friendly with a relaxed sense of time.
it's always warm in Liberia, but the best time to go to is the dry season of November to April
Kpatawee Waterfalls is a breathtaking eco-paradise!
Is named after Joseph Jenkins Roberts, the first president of Liberia. The town lies on Cape Mount peninsula, a spit of land separating the brackish lagoon Lake Piso from the Atlantic Ocean, 50 mi north-west of Monrovia
The largest lake in Liberia, this biodiverse tidal lagoon offers boating & birdwatching.
This museum contains articles associated with Liberia's colonial past & more recent objects.
In everyday interactions, a friendly hello, a handshake, and a few polite words go a long way, especially with elders, shopkeepers, drivers, and hosts
Liberian cuisine is centered on rice, cassava, plantain, yam, tropical fruits and vegetables (potatoes, greens, cassava leaf, okra, cabbage), as well as fish and meat.
The traditional kind of clothing for Liberian women and men tends to be long and free flowing clothes.
New Year's Day. The hallmark of all Liberian festivals is the enthusiasm with which they're celebrated, with New Year's Day a shining example. Easter. Independence Day. Eid al Fitr. Thanksgiving Day. Monrovia Children's Day Festival. Christmas.
VISA - Most visitors need a visa
Vaccinations - Yellow fever required. Malaria prophylaxis recommended.
Currency - Liberian dollars and USD, ATMs in cities and Mobile Money (MTN)
Safety - Generally safe.Avoid walking alone at night in isolated areas.
Transport - Shared Vans. Taxi, bike
