The economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire, Abidjan, nicknamed "La Perle des Lagunes" (The Pearl of the Lagoons), is a cosmopolitan city of nearly six (6) million inhabitants.
Abidjan, the bustling economic capital and business hub of the country, boasts the headquarters and regional offices of several major international institutions, including the AfDB, AIFD, UNICEF, UNDP, IMF, World Bank, and FIBA-Africa (Basketball), among others.
In addition, Abidjan boasts an impressive array of luxury hotels, including three (3) classified as 5-star, with approximately forty high-end hotels in total. In addition, there are dozens of luxurious residential complexes, totalling over 4,000 rooms. This hotel network is well spread throughout the city. Beyond Abidjan's borders, seaside locations offer kilometres of beaches, perfect for relaxation and escape.