Libreville
Central Africa, Gabon
Gabon
People from Libreville are called:
Male/General:
Librevillois
Pronunciation:
/ˈliːbrəvɪl/
Etymology & Origin
French for 'free town', named as a settlement for freed slaves in 1849.
About Libreville
- Capital and largest city of Gabon on the Komo River estuary.
- Major port city and center of Gabon's oil industry.
- Important economic hub with one of the highest GDP per capita in Africa.
- Cultural center known for its universities and museums.
- Beautiful coastal city with tropical climate and beaches.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 813,681 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Gabon
- Region:
- Central Africa