Zone 4 is one of four zones of

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. It is known for its Red Light District located in Bietry. A popular venue for

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s, Bietry is the major landmark for Western-style food and nightlife in

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s, and

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s are common in that area. Several hundred freelance

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s operate in Zone 4 and openly offer their services at street corners, around pubs, hotels, or, more increasingly, inside

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Nightlife

* Le Saint-Germain * Taxi Brousse * Ebene Night Club * Jimmy's Night Club * Parker Place * Mix Night Club * Abidjan Nightlife

References

Abidjan Red-light districts in Ivory Coast {{Sex-work-stub