Fun facts about Sokodé
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Sokodé is the city with the highest proportion of Muslims in Togo, with 70% of the population identifying as Muslim.
Sokodé
Togo
Sokodé is the second largest city in Togo, with a population of about 189,000. It is a commercial center for the surrounding agricultural areas, and seat of the Tchaoudjo Prefecture and Centrale Region. It is in the center of the country, 339 kilometres (211 mi) north of Lomé, between the Mo and Mono rivers.
From the “Demographics” section
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The main Kotokoli festival, 'Gadao-Adossa-Kosso', consists of three days of festivities celebrating ancestors, physical challenges, and women's dances.
Sokodé
Togo
Sokodé is the second largest city in Togo, with a population of about 189,000. It is a commercial center for the surrounding agricultural areas, and seat of the Tchaoudjo Prefecture and Centrale Region. It is in the center of the country, 339 kilometres (211 mi) north of Lomé, between the Mo and Mono rivers.
From the “Culture” section
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Sokodé developed as a commercial crossroads on the Kola nut route between Ghana and Benin.
Sokodé
Togo
Sokodé is the second largest city in Togo, with a population of about 189,000. It is a commercial center for the surrounding agricultural areas, and seat of the Tchaoudjo Prefecture and Centrale Region. It is in the center of the country, 339 kilometres (211 mi) north of Lomé, between the Mo and Mono rivers.
From the “History” section
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The Sokodé Central Market, a two-level modern commercial complex, opened on January 16, 2025.
Sokodé
Togo
Sokodé is the second largest city in Togo, with a population of about 189,000. It is a commercial center for the surrounding agricultural areas, and seat of the Tchaoudjo Prefecture and Centrale Region. It is in the center of the country, 339 kilometres (211 mi) north of Lomé, between the Mo and Mono rivers.
From the “Landmarks” section
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Sokodé's region is characterized by a dense network of rivers, including the Kpondjo and Kpandi, which flow into the Mono River.
Sokodé
Togo
Sokodé is the second largest city in Togo, with a population of about 189,000. It is a commercial center for the surrounding agricultural areas, and seat of the Tchaoudjo Prefecture and Centrale Region. It is in the center of the country, 339 kilometres (211 mi) north of Lomé, between the Mo and Mono rivers.
From the “Geography” section
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