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Central African Republic

Africa · Middle Africa

Capital
Bangui
Population
4.7M
Area
622,984 km²
Region
Middle Africa
Languages
French, Sango
Currency
Central African CFA franc (Fr)

Location on the World Map

Central African Republic
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Famous Personality

Bokassa I

leader

He is infamous for ruling the country and proclaiming himself emperor.

Local Delicacy

Kanda ti nyma

A popular Central African dish made from meatballs in a rich sauce.

National Symbols

National animalAfrican elephant
National birdYellow-billed hornbill

Famous Landmark & Geography

Ubangi River, a famous landmark of Central African Republic

Ubangi River

This major river forms part of the country's southern border and is central to its geography.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropCassava

Cassava is the country's principal staple and among the most widely cultivated crops.

Most grown fruitBanana

Banana is a common and important fruit crop in the Central African Republic's humid farming zones.

Major Cities

Bangui Bimbo Berberati Carnot Bambari

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Mont Ngaoui1,410 m

Major Airports

Bangui M'Poko International Airport · Bangui
IATA BGFICAO FEFF
Berbérati Airport · Berbérati
IATA BBTICAO FEFT

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Sanza

The sanza thumb piano is widely played in Central African musical traditions and storytelling.

2
Ngombi

The arched harp appears in regional traditions and is culturally important in parts of the country.

3
Balafon

Balafon xylophones are used in ceremonial and community music across Central Africa.

4
Drum

Various drums are central to dance, ritual, and ensemble music in the Central African Republic.

5
Likembe

Likembe lamellophones are part of the broader local and regional musical sound world.

Major Rivers

Ubangi Sangha Kotto Ouham

Bordering Countries

CameroonChadDR CongoRepublic of the CongoSouth SudanSudan

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