Bafia

Bafia is the capital of Mbam-et-Inoubou Department in the Centre Region and lies about 120 kilometres north of Yaoundé on the edge of the humid transitional forest. Its roughly 70 000 inhabitants are mostly from the Bafia, a Bantu group known for a complex cultural calendar and rich masked-dance traditions. The economy rests on cocoa, maize, cassava and groundnuts, along with fishing on the Sanaga River. Bafia stands at the southern gate of the Sanaga valley, which hosts several major hydroelectric plants including Nachtigal Amont. Notable sites include the 1920s Catholic mission, the famous Petit Séminaire Saint-Augustin school and the annual Bafia cultural festivals with traditional dances and drums. The hot tropical climate with two rainy seasons supports productive year-round agriculture.

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History & landmarks

Lolodorf

A historic settlement founded during the German colonial era, nestled in the dense equatorial forest near traditional Bagyeli pygmy camps.

Paul Biya Stadium

The Olembe Stadium in Yaounde is a state-of-the-art multi-purpose arena, primarily used for football and major national sporting events.

Yaoundé Congress Palace

Perched on Nkol-Nyada Hill, this huge convention center is a masterpiece of modern architecture with African influences.

Central Mosque of Yaoundé

The largest mosque in Yaoundé, located in the Briqueterie neighborhood, is distinguished by its green minarets and vibrant community sett…

Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium

The Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium in Yaounde is a historic sporting arena named after Cameroon's first president, serving as a national icon for…

Yaoundé Multipurpose Sports Complex

A modern indoor arena in the center of the capital, catching the eye with its curved, spaceship-like architecture.

Charles Atangana Statue

A statue in the center of Yaoundé dedicated to the most famous Paramount Chief of the Ewondo people.

National Museum of Cameroon

The National Museum of Cameroon, housed in the former presidential palace in Yaounde, showcases the country's rich ethnic and artistic di…

More places

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Mbam Animal Reserve

The animal reserves of the Mbam region offer a glimpse into the diverse wildlife and protected natural habitats of central Cameroon.

Sanaga Basin

The Sanaga basin covers a vast central drainage area.

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Yaoundé Zoo Garden

A small educational garden with animals.

SABC Brewery Yaoundé

The SABC brewery in Yaounde is a major industrial facility producing beer and soft drinks for the capital region and central Cameroon.

Cathedral of Our Lady of Victories

Notre-Dame-des-Victoires is a historic cathedral in Yaounde, serving as a spiritual center and a monument of religious history in the cap…

Fort of Yaoundé Site

The site of the original Fort of Yaounde marks the location where German forces established a permanent presence, leading to the city's f…

Yaoundé Farmers Market

The bustling markets of Yaounde are the vibrant heart of the city, where locals trade everything from fresh produce to traditional crafts.

Reunification Monument

The Reunification Monument in Yaounde commemorates the 1961 union of French and British Cameroons into a single nation.