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- Africa
- Ivory Coast
- Tai National Park
Tai National Park
The Parc National de Tai (Tai National Park) is undoubtedly the
most staggering natural attraction that the Ivory Coast has to
offer. One of the last remaining areas of virgin rainforest in the
whole of Africa, the Park was inscribed in UNESCO's list of World
Heritage Sites as far back as 1982. The spectacular primary
forests, filled with trees that reach up to 150 feet (46m) -
blocking out the sunlight, and allowing for a dark, dank, and dense
undergrowth to flourish - are also home to no less than five
species of mammal included in the 'red list' on endangered animals:
pygmy hippopotamuses, Olive Colobus monkeys, leopards, chimpanzees
and Jentink's Duikers. Visitors to the park require a permit from
the Ministy of Tourism in Abidjan, and can stay in the nearby
village of Tai.
Information & Facts
Language
The official language of Ivory Coast is French but more
than 60 native dialects are spoken.
Money
The official currency is the CFA Franc (XOF), divided into 100
centimes. The CFA Franc is linked to the Euro. New notes were
issued in 2004 and only those issued by the Bank of West African
States (
Banque des États de l'Afrique de l'Ouest) are valid
currency. There are a few ATMs in Abidjan but most will accept only
Visa cards. It is unwise to use an ATM that is not guarded. Credit
cards are accepted in the larger hotels and better restaurants.
Most shops require cash. Travellers cheques are accepted in banks,
as well as some tourist orientated hotels and restaurants.