Libreville

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. How many people live in Libreville?703,904 inhabitants (2013 census)
2. How big is Libreville?65 square kilometers (25 sq mi)
3. What is the capital of Libreville?Yes, Libreville serves as the capital and largest city of Gabon
4. What language do people speak in Libreville?French (official); various indigenous Bantu languages are widely spoken
5. When was Libreville built?Established in 1843, officially named Libreville in 1849
6. Why is Libreville called "Free Town"?The name comes from a time when it was a place where formerly enslaved people were resettled. It became a symbol of freedom.

Confluence: The junction where two or more rivers or streams meet and flow together.
Tertiary Sector: The part of the economy that provides services rather than goods, such as banking, education, and healthcare.
Demographic: Relating to the statistical data of a population, such as age, race, income, and location.