Lastoursville
Mandji | |
|---|---|
  Lastoursville Location in Gabon | |
| Coordinates: 0°49′S 12°22′E / 0.817°S 12.367°E | |
| Country |  Gabon |
| Province | Ogooué-Lolo Province |
| Department | Mulundu |
Lastoursville or Mandji is a city in east-central Gabon, lying on the Ogooué River, the Trans-Gabon Railway and the N3 road. It was founded as a slave depot named Mandji, renamed Maadiville in 1883 before being named for François Rigail de Lastours in 1886. It grew around palm oil production and as an administrative centre, and soon became a major missionary centre. The town is also known for its caves.
The town lies at an elevation of 206 m.