The southern and western parts of the country feature undulating countryside rising to meet the savannah plains of the north and the mountainous western border.
Major rivers flow into a series of lagoons.
Abidjan, former capital and the largest city, is dominated by the Plateau, the central commercial district. The older, more traditional heart of the city is Treichville, home of many bars, restaurants and nightclubs as well as the colourful central market. In the west of the country is the attractive town of Man, situated in a region of forested mountains and plateaux. The nearby waterfalls are very popular tourist excursions. The town has a lively market and an international-standard golf course.