Bangassou
Bangassou is a city in the south eastern Central African Republic, lying on the north bank of the Mbomou River. It has a population of 24,447 (2003 census) and is the capital of the Mbomou prefecture. It is known for its wildlife, market, and nearby Bangassou Airport and is linked by ferry to the Democratic Republic of Congo on the south bank. The city is also home to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bangassou.
Bangassou | |
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Central market in Bangassou | |
Bangassou Location in Central African Republic | |
| Coordinates: 4.737425°N 22.819462°E | |
| Country | Central African Republic |
| Prefecture | Mbomou |
| Government | |
| • Sub-prefect | Albert Cyrille Maleyao |
| Elevation | 457 m (1,499 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
| • Total | 35,305 |
| • Ethnicities | Azande people |
| • Religions | Christianity and African Traditional Religion |
Axmin Mining Camp and Kembé Falls are located in the area.
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