Fun facts about Liberia

10 facts about Liberia: its places, people, food and customs. Writing to a penpal there? These make good questions to ask them.

Liberia was founded by freed American and Caribbean slaves
The capital city of Liberia is Monrovia
Liberian cuisine includes dishes like jollof rice and cassava leaf soup
The official language of Liberia is English
Liberia has a rich cultural heritage, including traditional music and dance
The country features landscapes of forests, savannahs, and a coastline
Liberia hosts the annual Monrovia Day celebrations
The country is known for its mask dances, story-telling traditions, and vibrant markets
Liberia has several national parks and wildlife reserves
Liberia is working towards rebuilding and development after facing challenges

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