Sokodé

City · 🇹🇬 Togo

Population 115,442

Area 59 km²

Time zone Africa/Lome

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Sokodé Essentials

Sokodé serves as the primary commercial and cultural hub of central Togo, anchored by its long-standing reputation for traditional weaving. This selection highlights the city's specialized markets, including the livestock market and Marché de Komah, alongside the Centre National de Tissage (CENATIS), where artisans produce hand-woven textiles on traditional looms. Landmark sites like the central roundabout and the Communauté du Puits de Jacob reflect the city’s diverse architectural and religious landscape.

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Editor's Choice

Sokodé serves as a major hub for traditional Togolese craftsmanship and regional commerce. This selection highlights the city's textile heritage at the National Weaving Center and its dedicated showroom, alongside the significant livestock trade at Marché de Betail. The list also covers essential urban landmarks like the central roundabout and neighborhood markets such as Komah and Petit Marché, which provide insight into the daily economic life and Tem cultural traditions of Togo's second-largest city.

7 places

Religious Landmarks

Sokodé serves as a significant spiritual hub in Togo, characterized by the peaceful coexistence of Islamic and Christian traditions. This collection highlights the city's diverse architectural landmarks, from the prominent minarets of regional mosques to historic Catholic cathedrals and Presbyterian temples. These sites reflect the cultural heritage of the Kotokoli people and the central role of faith in the daily life of this multi-confessional urban center.

9 places