Bata, Equatorial Guinea
Bata | |
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City | |
| Bata | |
Torre de La Libertad standing by the promenade along the coast | |
| Coordinates: 01°51′54″N 09°46′12″E / 1.86500°N 9.77000°E | |
| Country | Equatorial Guinea |
| Province | Litoral |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
• Total | 250,770 |
| Demonym(s) | Batense (singular) Batenses (plural) |
| Area code | 08 |
| Climate | Am |
| HDI (2019) | 0.626 medium |
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Bata (Spanish: [ˈbata] ⓘ) is a port city in the Litoral province of Equatorial Guinea. With a 2005 estimated population of 173,046, it is the most populous city in Equatorial Guinea. It lies on the Atlantic Ocean coast of Río Muni. Bata was formerly capital of Equatorial Guinea and is a transport hub and port, from which ferries sail to Malabo and Douala, while aircraft can land at Bata Airport. Bata is also known for its nightlife and market.