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Around Libreville

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transpixel This area is relatively well maintained, but is also small compared to the rest of the city. transpixel
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transpixel In the background is a minarette. Islam is the second most common belief system in Gabon. Toyota Land Cruisers, in the foreground, are the best all-terrain vehicles in the country, though only the wealthy can afford them. transpixel
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transpixel Many buildings are left half constructed because building funds run out. Land is cheap enough that it is easier to start on an unused parcel than to demolish a partially completed structure. transpixel
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transpixel Most of the government buildings are just outside the downtown area. All of them are large and impressive, but can often be only partially occupied. When I was in the Gabon Telecom building, less than 25% of the rooms appeared to be in use. transpixel
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transpixel This is one of several streets in the market area of town. The market is huge & easy to get lost in. transpixel
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transpixel I'm on the second floor balcony of a store on the edge of the market area. The red & white cars on the street below are taxis. transpixel
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