N’Djamena, the beating heart of Chad. Located on the banks of the Chari River, near the border with Cameroon, N’Djamena is the largest city and the capital of Chad. With nearly 1 million inhabitants, it is home to the main headquarters of the government, political and economic institutions of the country. The city is characterized by its architecture, a blend of traditional African styles and French colonial influences. There are numerous remarkable administrative and religious buildings, such as the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Success, and the National Museum. The city center houses a dynamic central market, the true commercial heart of N’Djamena, where stalls of fruits and vegetables, craft shops, and local food stands coexist. The famous Chari Bridge connects the two sides of the city, offering a breathtaking view of the river. Despite the challenges posed by its rapid growth, N’Djamena is asserting itself as a thriving African metropolis, an economic and cultural crossroads of Chad, looking towards the future.