Bangassou

Bangassou is the capital of the Mbomou prefecture in the Central African Republic. Situated on the river Mbomou and at a stones-throw from the border with the neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo, Bangassou has been repeatedly tangled up in rebellion fights, including as recently as 2013.

The market of Bangassou.

It is however known for the wildlife in the surrounding area and for its market. The city is home to an estimated number of 31.000 people.

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🌍 Bangassou Airport (BGU ^IATA). A small, public use airport, not much more than a landing strip, but without direct international connections to further destinations.

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The city's cathedral.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Bangassou has its seat in the Cathédrale Saint Pierre Claver. Besides wildlife, regional sights include the Kembé Falls (located about 80km from the city, on the road to Bangui and near the town of Kembé).

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