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Malabo

Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea in Bioko Norte, has an urban landmark in its early 20th-century Neo-Gothic cathedral, recognisable by its towers and pink façade.

Pink neo-Gothic facade of Malabo Cathedral seen from the public square.
Photo by Ipisking at English Wikipedia Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0
The place

What makes it special

  • Malabo Cathedral, also known by its former name Santa Isabel, stands within the city’s plaza.
  • Its architecture reflects Spanish colonial history and the local Catholic tradition.
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Profile updated: 30/09/2026