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DR Congo Travel Wiki

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Travel to DR Congo

The Democratic Republic (DR) of the Congo, which neighbors the Republic of Congo (a separate nation) is at the very heart of Africa. It is the second-largest nation on the continent and is mostly landlocked, though a small coastal region along the Atlantic Ocean is available. It is a land that offers many natural wonders that invite one and all to go exploring.

That journey often begins with Mount Nyiragongo. It is an active volcano that stands tall at 3470m. It is part of the Albertine Rift and is located within Virunga National Park. The park is one of the earliest world heritage sites, designated in 1979, and you’ll find traditional camps with thatched huts providing a base of operations to explore and find local mountain gorillas.

Lake Kivu is another exciting opportunity that DR Congo offers to visitors. It is one of the Great Lakes in Africa and fisheries are quite abundant on its fresh waters. Plan your stay in Goma to access these natural wonders and enjoy the lakeside wharves, with the longest stretching out 80m.

You’ll have opportunities to explore the Congo River during your stay as well. It is the largest river in this portion of the continent and guided tours are available to help you explore it in whatever way suits you the best. Local nightlife options are available in some cities, ranging from local bars to large discos.

One thing is for certain: traveling to DR Congo means more than a holiday in an exotic location. It is a chance to experience another part of the world to shape one’s own personal experiences. In that light, a holiday here can really be a life-changing opportunity.

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Kinshasa, capital of DR Congo

Kinshasa Travel Wiki Travel to Kinshasa Kinshasa serves as the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and it is located on the beautiful Congo River. It is paired with Brazzaville on the other side of the river, making the two cities the closest capitals on the planet, with the exception of Rome and Vatican City. There are two ways to experience the culture of Kinshasa. You can come to the city for a relaxing experience or you can embrace the...

Travel resources

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Biggest City DR Congo

Facts about DR Congo, Biggest city What are the names of the largest cities in DR Congo, and how big are the cities by population. Easy overview of the informations in the sortable table below. Please note that the informations comes from various sources,if you are using the informations professional you should get confirmation that the figures are actual. Last update august 2017

DR Congo Holidays

DR Congo Public Holidays See the calendars for national DR Congo holidays year by year. Find and just click on the year you for which you need more information about DR Congo holidays, and the calendar for the year will open. When is the non working days for the year. Public / national days, see the calendar for the country here.
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Geography and facts, DR Congo

DR Congo, geography and facts explained Geograhy, facts, local customs and foodie guide. All explained in videos 8 to 15 minutes, very good, informative and funny videos that will ensure you see the videos to the end. The videos are produced by Geography now, thanks for the videos and keep up the good work.

News from DR Congo

News from DR Congo - Stay updated ! Watch and listen to news resources from DR Congo. There are several ways, radio, tv, written and social media, to stay updated on what is happening right now in the country, find some selected news sources in the menu below. If you have found a news source you think is missing, you can read or write comments and ask questions in the disqus field below. Other recommended news:

Travel forum DR Congo

DR Congo travel forum Discuss DR Congo travel with other travellers. Looking for advice, answers and information from Travel Forum guides ? Post your travel questions. You can read and write questions and answers, and you can recommend travel advice and things to do and see in the disqus forum field below.

Official holidays

When are holidays and no working days in the country ?

DateEnglish
January 1New Year's Day
January 4Martyrs Day
May 1Labor Day
May 17Liberation Day
June 30Independence Day
August 1Parents' Day
November 17Army Day
December 25Christmas Day
December 30Saint Paul's Day
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Which are the largest cities ?

Listing of the most important and largest cities in the country

RankCityPop
1Kinshasa7.785.965
2Lubumbashi1.373.770
3Mbuji-Mayi874.761
4Kisangani539.158
5Masina485.167
6Kananga463.546
7Likasi422.414
8Kolwezi418.000
9Tshikapa267.462
10Beni232.000