Guide to Togo
Must See Togo
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On the northern banks of Lake Togo, Togoville's chief drawcard is its history. It was from here that voodoo practitioners were taken as slaves to Haiti. It was also in Togoville that chief Mlapa III signed a peace treaty that gave the Germans rights over all of Togo.
Today, the only attractions are the chief's house, the church and the Artisanal, an art co-operative consisting of several buildings with artisans working in each. The nearby church has some beautiful stained-glass windows and pictures of the gruesome deaths of famous African martyrs.
The last point of interest is the Maison Royal, where the local chief lives, holds court and parks his shiny gold Mercedes. Mlapa V Moyennant will show you around his compound, including a 'museum' of photos of his grandfather and his throne, though a gift in return will be expected.