Democratic Republic of Congo Nutz and Bolts
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Stumble It!Country: Democratic Republic of Congo Where is it?: Democratic Republic lies in central Africa, northeast of Angola. Why do people go here?: To fight wars! Although the DRC has huge potential for travelers, because of an ongoing civil war, it's harzardous to travel throughout the region. What are the main entry points?: You can fly into Kinshasa. Currency used: Congolese franc Country Code for Phones: 243 Area codes for Major Cities: Religion: Roman Catholic 50%, Protestant 20%, Kimbanguist 10% Population: 50,000,000 Ethnic Breakdown: Kongo, Luba, Mongo, Mangbetu-Azande, Government: Republic Languages: French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, Tshiluba, Kingwana Major Cities: Kinshasa, Kananga Attractions: Kisangani Accommodation: Tourism Office locations and links: Off-the-Beaten-Path: Kisangani Health Issues: Malaria, Yellow Fever When to go: November through March are the driests months Common Phrases: Hello = Hujambo, How are you? = Habari Yako?, Good = Nzuri, Yes = Ndiyo, Okay = Sawa, No Problem = Hakuna Matata Specific Events/Holidays: NONE Getting Around: Getting around can be difficult and dangerous. Consult locals before traveling anywhere.
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