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Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 4:52am On Nov 07, 2015 |
It is little wonder that, with their respective
titles, the palaces of many African presidents
will be garlanded with magnificent structures
and beautiful scenery.
Here are top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential
Palaces in Africa as of 2015. 10) State House (Kampala, Uganda) State House is the official residence of the President of Uganda. Situated at Entebbe, 40 km south of Kampala, capital of Uganda, it is adjacent to a ceremonial “H” shaped building which hosted the Queen of England on her visit to Uganda for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. State House is undergoing some revamp with a project cost at approximately $1.6 million. 1 Share
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 4:54am On Nov 07, 2015 |
9) Presidential Palace (Dakar, Senegal) With the elegant white vantage and extensive gardens beautifying it, Presidential Palace, Dakar, Senegal, is one of the most beautiful sites in Africa. It is the Palace of the President of Senegal.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 4:54am On Nov 07, 2015 |
9) Presidential Palace (Dakar, Senegal) With the elegant white vantage and extensive gardens beautifying it, Presidential Palace, Dakar, Senegal, is one of the most beautiful sites in Africa. It is the Palace of the President of Senegal.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 4:56am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Presidential Palace (Nouakchott,
Mauritania) This site houses the President of Mauritania and is the principal administrative office of the government of Mauritania. Built by Chinese contractors, Presidential Palace is the most outstanding landmark in the centre city of Nouakchott, Mauritania with its enormous gardens and grounds.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 4:58am On Nov 07, 2015 |
7) Presidential Palace (Khartoum, Sudan) Adorned with invaluable relics and antiques, Presidential Palace located on Blue Nile Street adjacent to the Palace Museum in Khartoum, Sudan is markedly historical. The Palace serves as residence and administrative office of the President of Sudan.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by mandhi(m): 4:58am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Where are the rest. You said ten most beautiful presidential palace in africa. Am only seeing 4 above. |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 4:59am On Nov 07, 2015 |
7) Presidential Palace (Khartoum, Sudan) Adorned with invaluable relics and antiques, Presidential Palace located on Blue Nile Street adjacent to the Palace Museum in Khartoum, Sudan is markedly historical. The Palace serves as residence and administrative office of the President of Sudan.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:01am On Nov 07, 2015 |
6) Iavoloha Palace (Antananarivo,
Madagascar) Situated at the base of a hilltop, with its Beauty and grandeur, Iavoloha Palace is one of a kind. Located 15km to the south from Antananarivo, Madagascar, it is the Presidential palace of the President of Madagascar.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:03am On Nov 07, 2015 |
5) The Flagstaff House
(Accra, Ghana) This breathtaking site is the presidential palace of Ghana, which serves as a residence and office of the President of Ghana. The Flagstaff House was reconstructed and inaugurated by the government of John Agyekum Kufour. The cost of the construction was around $45-50 million and was overseen by an Indian contractor.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:04am On Nov 07, 2015 |
4) State House of
Namibia (Windhoek,
Namibia) Bordered by a two-kilometer long steel fence with dark-glassed towers and large guard rooms, and covers 25 hectares of land, the State House of the Republic of Namibia is a fortress. It is located in the Auasblick suburb of Windhoek. This majestic site is the administrative capital of Namibia, as well as the official residence of the President of Namibia. The State House was designed by the North Korean company, Mansudae Overseas Projects, and built in 66 months. It is reported that the administrative building cost a staggering N$400 million Namibian dollars.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:05am On Nov 07, 2015 |
4) State House of
Namibia (Windhoek,
Namibia) Bordered by a two-kilometer long steel fence with dark-glassed towers and large guard rooms, and covers 25 hectares of land, the State House of the Republic of Namibia is a fortress. It is located in the Auasblick suburb of Windhoek. This majestic site is the administrative capital of Namibia, as well as the official residence of the President of Namibia. The State House was designed by the North Korean company, Mansudae Overseas Projects, and built in 66 months. It is reported that the administrative building cost a staggering N$400 million Namibian dollars. 1 Share
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:08am On Nov 07, 2015 |
3) Union Buildings (Pretoria, South Africa) The Union Buildings form the official seat of the South African government and also house the offices of the president of South Africa. With its vast gardens, the buildings are located in Pretoria and constitute a South African national heritage site. These remarkable buildings, built from light sandstone, were designed by the architect Sir Herbert Baker in the English monumental style and are 285m long. The architectural design of the buildings is simply wonderful and a must see.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:09am On Nov 07, 2015 |
2) Abdeen Palace (Cairo, Egypt) Considered one of the most luxurious palaces in the world with its embellishments, paintings, and large number of clocks scattered in the parlors and wings, most of which are decorated with pure gold, Abdeen Palace is exotic. It is located above Qasr el-Nil Street in eastern Downtown Cairo, Egypt. It is a historic Cairo palace which has 500 suites, and is the official residence and main office of the President of Egypt.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:11am On Nov 07, 2015 |
1) The Unity Palace (Yaounde, Cameroon) With the towering pillars that holds its walls, pleasant surroundings and verdant greenery around it, the Unity Palace is a striking work of art. Located in the region Etoudi, Yaounde, it is the presidential palace of the President of Cameroon. The President of Cameroon has been using the palace since November 6, 1982, when he assumed Office.
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Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:14am On Nov 07, 2015 |
And I was thinking maybe if we had considered the whole world, Aso Rock could be number 3 |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 5:18am On Nov 07, 2015 |
mandhi: Mister, I was uploading it bit by bit, now am done... U can check it out now |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Misterlaby: 5:20am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Where is my aso rock that millions of dollars disappear on renovation almost every year or dispensation.. |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by bugzbunny: 5:23am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Zoo country Naija 1 Like |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by olaideeeedris(m): 5:23am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Mehn, these edifices are out of this world. No wonder they don't wanna leave. South Africa's government house looks like one private university in Nigeria. No wonder they hardly have a sit-tight president there. Small allegation like this, the guy go just vex resign 10 Likes |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Salex007(m): 5:29am On Nov 07, 2015 |
This ur list no complete what of Aso rock |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Babzrockman: 5:33am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Among the giant countries, only Nigeria is missing. I admire that of Uganda and Sudan. 1 Like |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by bugzbunny: 5:33am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Salex007:No use naija. Spoil d list |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nobody: 6:13am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Nobody knows how Aso rock looks like....Wat am sure of is dat, it's more cute than some of this... |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 6:15am On Nov 07, 2015 |
olatunji21: Its not only about the cuteness Wat about the money used in building it |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nobody: 6:16am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Nicolars:U are mostly likely correct but first 3 in the world is gross exaggeration...Aso rock is no doubt very beautiful but it's not open to Public view, for reasons best known to the government... 1 Like |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 6:17am On Nov 07, 2015 |
olatunji21: Sir dat was sacarsm..... Was only joking oo |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nobody: 6:18am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Nicolars:It was built in the late 1980's by IBB... As for the amount only IBB can tell... |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by donphilopus: 6:27am On Nov 07, 2015 |
The people who rated this either do not know Aso Rock or weren't allowed to take a picture of it when they visited. Most of the buildings I'm seeing now can't be compared to the Aso Rock I know. 2 Likes |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by saint047(m): 6:35am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Ok |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by SweetSoup(m): 6:37am On Nov 07, 2015 |
Op at least show us pictures of Aso Rock so we can compare with the ones posted.. |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 7:15am On Nov 07, 2015 |
When I searchd online, I saw this Mayb u guys are ryt Mayb aso rock is more beautiful than those other 1z But to me... I don't tink its a match |
Re: Top 10 Most Beautiful Presidential Palaces In Africa by Nicolars(m): 7:16am On Nov 07, 2015 |
When I searchd online, I saw this Mayb u guys are ryt Mayb aso rock is more beautiful than those other 1z But to me... I don't tink its a match 1 Like
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