Lome, Togo Cruises

Lome, Togo Cruise Port

• Visitors who are interested in learning a bit more about the country's ethnic and cultural history should visit the Togo National Museum, which was completed in 1975. The museum has several exhibits of artifacts and art pieces that are related to the country's ethnographic history.
   
• Visitors should not miss out on the opportunity to share in the country's history, by paying a visit to the Independence Monument. The country gained independence in 1960 and this statue was built to commemorate the women who started the independence movement through protesting about the high taxes that were imposed on them.
   
• One of the city's highlights is the Fetish Market. This destination mainly has animal parts that are out on display, which the local people believe will help treat or guard against specific diseases and give one the ability to enhance their skills.
   
• Visitors who are interested in doing some souvenir shopping, while totally immersing themselves in the city's local life, should visit the Lome Grand Market. It is a large market that covers an entire city block and often has live music performances done by the locals.