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    Tourist Attractions in Cameroon

    The most interesting and beautiful tourist attractions in Cameroon. Photos and a brief description.

    About Cameroon

    Cameroon is not a popular destination, unlike its neighbors on the continent. A trip to this country will be interesting to a thoughtful tourist who wants to get deeper into the traditional culture of the peoples inhabiting the region. More than 250 ethnic groups get along in Cameroon, the traditions of the Fange, Bamileke, Fulbe, Daula and many others are intertwined here.

    The state has existed for a long time as a European colony, independence was obtained only in 1961. Since then, Cameroon has been gradually improving life in all spheres, including developing tourism. Travelers have a lot to see – due to the large elongated territory and various climatic conditions in Cameroon, there is a rich flora and fauna, an excellent climate (from 20 ° C in winter and up to 33 ° C in summer), interesting culinary traditions.

    Top Tourist Attractions in Cameroon

    Cameroon Volcano (mountain)

    It is located near the coast of the Gulf of Guinea. The mountain is surrounded by fertile land, so the area has been inhabited for a long time. Only in the XX century. the volcano erupted six times, constantly forcing people to leave their homes. In 1922, there was such a strong eruption that lava traveled many kilometers and spilled into the ocean. On the slopes of the mountain, the Bakveri people are engaged in growing the famous Cameroonian tea.

    Cameroon Volcano (mountain)
    Royal Palace and the Fumban Museum

    Royal Palace and the Fumban Museum

    It is located in the town of Fumban in the west of the country, near the city of Baffusam. It is an important and iconic landmark, part of the history of the western part of Cameroon (formerly known as the African Sultanate Bamum). Previously, the palace belonged to the sultan's family. After 1917, the building was renovated and renovated. The items belonging to the former rulers were placed in different rooms and the museum was opened for tourists to visit.

    Vaza National Park

    A natural area occupied mainly by savanna. Many African animals live here: antelopes, elephants, lions, gazelles, leopards, giraffes and others. The reserve is also inhabited by many birds – about 400 species of birds have found refuge on its territory. Vaza plans to go to the park on a photo safari, in order to observe animals in their natural environment, as well as to contemplate the harmonious nature of the African plains.

    Vaza National Park
    Ja Nature Reserve

    Ja Nature Reserve

    It is a large array of equatorial forests. Thanks to careful protection, the ecosystem of the area is preserved almost intact. It is home to 1,500 species of plants, 100 species of animals and more than 300 species of birds. The value of the reserve was recognized by UNESCO, and in 1987 it was included in the list of natural heritage. Several species of monkeys live here: gorillas, mandrills, monkeys, baboons, small galagos and chimpanzees.

    Lake Chad

    The largest body of water in Central Africa, its shores belong to Cameroon, Niger, the Republic of Chad and Nigeria. In the dry season, the lake area is significantly reduced, and in the rainy season it again reaches its original size. Hippos and crocodiles live in Chad, there are a lot of fish. Buffaloes, elephants, zebras, antelopes, rhinoceroses and warthogs constantly graze on the shores. The area of the lake has decreased almost twenty times over the past 50 years.

    Lake Chad
    Lake Nyos (Nyos)

    Lake Nyos (Nyos)

    A small pond located 300 km away. from the capital of the country. It is located in the crater of an extinct volcano, so magma layers that emit harmful carbon dioxide come close enough to the bottom. Residents of nearby villages were poisoned with this gas several times, as as a result of particularly large emissions, it spread at high speed for tens of kilometers. Sometimes Nyos is called a killer lake.

    Limbe City

    A popular resort and international port in the bay Ambas at the foot of Mount Cameroon with magnificent volcanic beaches. Limbe is an old settlement of British colonists. The city was founded by the missionary Saker at the end of the XIX century. It was under the rule of Germany until 1916, then it was again ceded to Britain. After gaining independence, it became part of Cameroon. In Limbo, the local zoo deserves special attention.

    Limbe City
    The resort town of Krabi

    The resort town of Krabi

    It is located in the south of Cameroon, inhabited by representatives of Evondo, Mabi, Batanga, Bullu and bas. Since the end of the XIX century it served as the center of German trade. Over time, it turned into an important economic hub of the region. Now Kribi has the status of the best seaside resort in Central Africa, it is suitable for both family and youth holidays. The sun shines here almost all year round and the temperature is quite comfortable up to 28 °C.