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African Renaissance Monument

Dakar is the capital and largest city of Senegal, home to the iconic African Renaissance Monument - a 49-meter bronze statue that stands as the tallest statue in Africa. Built in 2010, this striking monument depicts a family emerging from a mountain and symbolizes Africa's liberation from centuries of colonialism and slavery, representing hope, progress, and the rebirth of the African continent.

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African Renaissance Monument - Dakar, Senegal | City Icons