Why visit
Lomé is the capital of Togo. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Togo at a glance
Country center
8.0°, 1.2°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
56,785 km²
21,925 mi²
Subregion
Western Africa
Currency
West African CFA franc (Fr)
XOF
Dial
+228
Language
French
Demonym
Togolese
Internet
.tg
UN
Member state
ISO code
TG / TGO
Where in the world
8.0° · 1.2°
Togo
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Did you know
- Togo is a narrow country only 50 km wide at the coast but stretches 550 km inland.
- Koutammakou, home of the Batammariba people, features distinctive mud tower houses (tatas) and is a UNESCO site.
- Voodoo (Vodun) is officially recognized here, and Togolese practitioners maintain older traditions than in Benin.
Bordering Togo
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Lomé
What currency is used in Lomé?
Lomé uses the West African CFA franc (Fr), ISO code XOF.
What languages are spoken in Togo?
The primary language is French.
What is the international calling code for Togo?
The calling code is +228.
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