Bangassou
Bangassou | |
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Central market in Bangassou | |
| Coordinates: 4°44′15″N 22°49′10″E / 4.737425°N 22.819462°E | |
| Country | Central African Republic |
| Prefecture | Mbomou |
| Government | |
| • Sub-Prefect | Bertin Karakombo Opkeama |
| Elevation | 457 m (1,499 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
• Total | 35,305 |
| • Ethnicities | Azande people |
| • Religions | Christianity and African Traditional Religion |
Bangassou is a city in the southeastern of 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.
Axmin Mining Camp and Kembé Falls are located in the area.