This black obelisk commemorates the visit of Pope John Paul II to Equatorial Guinea in 1982.
Obelisk
Rio Muni
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Built in 2011 to celebrate Equatorial Guinea's independence, this imposing structure is surrounded by gardens and overlooks the sea.
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Also known as the Plaza de la Libertad, this large square features the clock tower of its name (reloj) as well as a memorial statue to those who fought in…
2. Catedral de Santiago Apóstol y Nuestra Señora del Pilar
0.42 MILES
Built by the Spanish in 1954, this ochre-plastered cathedral is picked out in brown and stands proud on a hill. It's a severe-looking place, but the…
0.63 MILES
Built in 2011 to celebrate Equatorial Guinea's independence, this imposing structure is surrounded by gardens and overlooks the sea.
21.28 MILES
Linking Bolondo with Mbini, this impressive, Chinese-built bridge spans the Benito River and replaces the old ferry. It's lit up at night, but do not take…
- placement: superzone
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