Zaire, main attractions

Musee National de Kinshasa (National Museum)

The National Museum of Kinshasa holds the largest collection of Zarian artefacts and crafts. It is situated in the capital of Congo , Kinshasa .

Kisanto Botanical Gardens

A 2-hour drive from south of Kinshasa is the Kisanto Botanical Gardens in Matadi. It features a collection of 100-year old trees from all over the world and rivers. Visitors can take a dip in the rivers.

Upemba National Park

Upemba National Park is situated in the south and straddles the River Lualaba. It features several lakes inhabited by hippos, crocodiles and numerous aquatic birds.

Virunga National Park

With an area of 12,000 square metres, the Virunga National Park covers a lot of area which is inhabited by numerous lions, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, antelopes, hippos and colorful aquatic birds. This huge plain bounded by two jagged mountain ranges serves as a natural enclosure for animals that roam its natural reserve.

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