Top Things to do in Lagunes Region
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Things to do in Lagunes Region, Lagunes Region: The Best Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Lagunes Region, United States including Musee National des Costumes, Musee des Civilisations de Cote d’Ivoire, Loubo, Galerie Dominantes, Galerie d'Art MBengue, Galerie LouiSimone Guirandou.
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1. Musee National des Costumes
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By daaim777
My Ivorian friend brought me to Grand Bassem on a recent visit to Abidjan for an event. As we rode through the town, it appeared as if we rolled back in time. When we arrived at the building the museum looked like those colonial buildings you'd see in documentaries... whitewashed with expertly-manicured lawns. The building showed obvious signs of aging and there were no other visitors there. There were many stories about tradition, hierarchy and roles that elders held in ancient societies. The customs were very interesting because they represent specific ethnic groups, status, wisdom, marital status. The Akan exhibit was interesting because of the "Royal Hammock" from which the king would lie. It resembled a coffin to remind the king he had to be a just leader or else... There were small things in the outfits like the caps. In one instance, you could only wear the cap if you had reached a certain level of wisdom. Reminds me of the mortar board worn for graduates. All in all, it was a very interesting exhibit. I went to the souvenir shop next door and bought jewelry from three vendors including one man who was albino. Very nice gentleman. I would recommend it. There is a carpet factory down the street that is also very good.
2. Musee des Civilisations de Cote d’Ivoire
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By evelynegomis
A truly hidden gem in the heart of Abidjan CBD, not advertised enough. The place has been refreshed, its main exhibits reorganised for consistency. The place is easy to locate near the military armed forces head office (Camp Galieni) and the administrative state tower buildings. The beautiful external architecture represents an Akan royal court surrounded by gorgeous centennial trees. The exhibit area is clean and air conditioned, the staff and guides welcoming and filled with great knowledge about the items and exhibits. The museum has a restaurant and a library. The management is projecting on opening a gift shop.
3. Loubo
All your handmade items by african artisans are on loubo. Order in one click paintings, paintings, sculptures, boxes, statuettes, african masks and you will be delivered.
4. Galerie Dominantes
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 2 reviews
