Monument du 22 Novembre 1970
Monument du 22 novembre 1970
A monument commemorating the repulse of the 1970 Portuguese invasion. Its sculptures and inscriptions are important symbols of Guinea's modern history.
On 22 November 1970, Portuguese forces launched 'Operation Green Sea' from Guinea-Bissau in a raid on Conakry, and Guinea repelled them. The monument stands on a roundabout near the Palace of the People. Its main elements are a tall column and a statue of soldiers, and the base is inscribed with quotations from Sékou Touré. Traffic is heavy, so it is best to stop briefly for a photo as you pass. Combine a visit with the Palace of the People and the National Museum to learn about Guinea's history since independence.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Palais du Peuple
- Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen
- Jardin Botanique de Camayenne
- Grand Mosque of Conakry (Faisal Mosque)
- Guinea National Museum (Sandervalia)
- Cathédrale Sainte-Marie de Conakry
- Marché Madina
- Île de Kassa