Tourist Guide Monrovia
Monrovia, Liberia’s capital and largest city, is situated in the northwest
part of the country on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the St. Paul River.
Monrovia is Liberia's largest city and its administrative, commercial, communication,
and financial centre.
Monrovia was founded in 1822 by the American Colonization Society as a haven
for freed slaves from the United States and the British West Indies and was
named for James Monroe, then president of the United States.
The University of Liberia and Cuttington College and Divinity School are in
the city.
Monrovia has suffered greatly during the last few years as a result of the heavy
civil war which left thousands homeless and the city's economy in ruins.
Max: 86° F
Min: 75° F
