Central African Republic

Central Africa

Central African Republic is a country in Central Africa, home to 5.7 million people, with an area of 622,984 km². Its capital is Bangui.

Capital: Bangui
Population: 5.7 million
Area: 622,984 km²
Region: Central Africa
Density: 9.1 / km²
Status: Sovereign state

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Population: UN World Population Prospects, 2024 revision. Area: CIA World Factbook.

What Central African Republic is known for

Central African Republic is best known for Dzanga, Manovo and Boali Falls.

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Central African Republic at a glance

Language: French and Sango are the official languages, but there are over 120 indigenous languages spoken in the country
Currency: Central African CFA franc
Religion: Christianity and Islam are the predominant religions in the Central African Republic
National dish: Peanut stew
Climate: Tropical with distinct wet and dry seasons. Temperatures are generally hot year-round
Main industries: Agriculture, mining, and forestry
GDP: $2.44 billion (2019 estimate)
Development: The Central African Republic is considered one of the least developed countries in the world, with a human development index (HDI) ranking of 188 out of 189 countries (2020)

Things to do in Central African Republic

Some of the main tourist attractions in the Central African Republic include:

Dzanga Sangha National Park: a UNESCO World Heritage site that is home to rare species such as forest elephants, gorillas, and chimpanzees.
Manovo Gounda St. Floris National Park: a national park that covers over 1.7 million hectares of land and is home to various wildlife such as lions, leopards, and hyenas.
Boali Falls a scenic waterfall located near the capital city of Bangui.
Bamingui Bangoran National Park: a national park that covers over 1.5 million hectares and is home to elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife.
Kotto River a scenic river that runs through the Central African Republic and offers opportunities for boating and fishing.
Chutes de la Mambéré a series of waterfalls located near the town of Berberati.
Lobaye River a river that runs through the Central African Republic and offers opportunities for fishing and boating.

These are just a few examples of the many attractions that the Central African Republic has to offer. However, due to the ongoing conflict and security concerns in the country, it is not currently recommended for tourists to travel to the Central African Republic.

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Central African Republic compared with its neighbours

How it sits against the other countries of Central Africa.

Country	Population	Area	Capital
Republic of the Congo	6.1 million	342,000 km²	Brazzaville
Central African Republic	5.7 million	622,984 km²	Bangui
Gabon	2.5 million	267,668 km²	Libreville
Equatorial Guinea	1.8 million	28,051 km²	Malabo