Bata
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Bata is the largest city in Equatorial Guinea, a small Central African country. It serves as the economic and commercial hub of the nation, making it an important center for trade and business in the region.
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- Locality
- Bata
- Region
- Litoral
- Country
- Guinea Ecuatorial
- Population
- 173,046
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Bata ( Spanish: [ˈbata] ) is a port city in the Litoral province of Equatorial Guinea and the most populous city in the country, with a population of 309,345 at the 2015 census. The city, formerly the capital of Equatorial Guinea, lies on the Atlantic coast of Río Muni. The city is a transport hub, with ferry connections to Malabo and Douala and the second largest airport of the country, Bata Airport. Bata is also known for its nightlife and market.
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