Marcory Zone 4 | |
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Entertainment district | |
Coordinates: 5°17′27″N3°58′53″W / 5.2907°N 3.9814°W | |
Country | Ivory Coast |
City | Abidjan |
Zone 4 is one of four zones of Marcory, Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
It is known for its Red Light District located in Bietry. [1] [2] A popular venue for expatriates, Bietry is the major landmark for Western-style food and nightlife in Abidjan. [1] Strip clubs, massage parlours, and brothels are common in that area. [1] [2] Several hundred freelance prostitutes operate in Zone 4 and openly offer their services at street corners, around pubs, hotels, or, more increasingly, inside nightclubs. [1] [2]
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