Le+Gabon

Le gabon Population-1,545,255 Capital- Libreville Currency- Central African Franc Government- Republic

Geography- Gabon is covered mostly by dense tropical forest. It is about the size of Colorado. Its bordered by the Atlantic ocean on the west, Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon, and the Congo. History- The first people believed to live in Gabon in the early 7000 BC were the Babinga or Pygmies. They were followed by the Bantu. Now days there are several tribal groups residing in Gabon. The largest of the groups is the Fang people who make up 25% of the population. The first to explore Gabon was Diego Cam in the 15th century. The country was named after the mouth of the Como River that was named "Rio de Gabao" by Portugese explorers. The land became a French territory in 1888.

Attractions- In Gabon there are many things to do because of the history and culture. Some outdoor activities include camping, beach activities,and the national parks and wildlife areas such as Ivindo National Park and Reserve de la Rope. There are also sightseeing tours, shopping centers, clubs, restaurants, and cinemas to enjoy.

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