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Bangui
About Bangui
Bangui is the capital of the Central African Republic. The city lies on the banks of the Ubangi River close to a series of rapids in the river and opposite to Congolese town of Zongo.
Local highlights
Explore the city
- Visit the central market
- See the triumphal arch dedicated to Bokassa
- Presidential Palace
- Visit 'K-5' intersection for local bars and restaurants
Highlights in the vicinity
- Falls near M’Baiki
Good to know
- No. of inhabitants: 560 Thousand (dated)
- Timezone: UTC +1
- Weather: Hot, with year around temperatures in the 30°C’s. Rainy season from May until October.
- Mind you: the Central African Republic has been unstable for a long time and is one of the poorest countries in the world
Local transport
- Taxi
- Minibuses
- Buses
Inbound transport
- Nearest airport: International Airport of Bangui
- Ferries sail to Brazzaville and Zongo
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