The buzzing nation of Cameroon, sometimes referred to as the “heart of Africa,” is teeming with life and energy. Large expanses of mountains, forests, and beaches balance the densely populated, productive cities. With more than 230 local languages complementing the English and French speaking regions, the geography is as diverse as the language.
Nature lovers have many opportunities to see unusual and exotic creatures because to the variety of wildlife present in the nation’s numerous natural parks. Elephants, hyenas, and giraffes can be seen at various parks, while gorillas are frequently seen in the country’s southern Campo Ma’an National Park.
Yaounde
Yaounde, the capital of Cameroon, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in West Africa, notwithstanding this fact. The city was meticulously built to be distributed over seven hills, resulting in long expanses of lush green and rising terrain separating the city’s numerous structures. In addition to its design, the city has many attractions and is safe and secure. The local government buildings from the 1970s are, to put it mildly, unusual-looking and will appeal to culture enthusiasts. Yaounde is the ideal city to include in any tour of the nation due to its strategic location.
Maroua
Maroua may not be as as lush and green, but it nevertheless has its own charms. The residents’ apparel adds a lot of color to the city despite the streets being noticeably red, sandy, and dusty and the buildings being a boring beige color. The vibrant markets of Maroua, one of the nicest cities in the nation, are a terrific way to see Cameroon culture. Travelers who want to visit the Mandara Mountains in the country’s north might make an excellent starting point at the city.
Limbe
Occupying the slopes of Mount Cameroon, an active volcanic mountain, Limbe is a city that acts as a great base for travellers who are looking to explore the beauty of the area. The botanical gardens in the city are a great place to learn about the nature and plants in the area before exploring the nearby waterfalls and national park. The mountain itself has a summit height of over 4,000m and is therefore a serious challenge but walks for novices are still possible around the base of the mountain without making a full ascent. If you are a lover of nature and wildlife then this is the place for you in Cameroon.
