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Gabon

Climate

Climate

Gabon is near the equator so it is hot, moist and it is tropical.  the hottest month  is January, with an average high at of 31° c (88° F).  

religion

  • The Gabonese are very spiritual people, they worshiping the afterlife.
  • some Traditional instruments are the balafon, harp, mouth bow, drums, rattles, and bells.

language

the official language is french.

clothing

A more traditional item is the boubou ,but today's style is more modern.  

boubou

modern

3 important historical events.

  • American missionaries from New England established a mission at Baraka  in 1842.
  • France assumed the status of protector by signing treaties in 1839 and 1841.
  • A Myeni speaking kingdom known as Orungu formed in 1700's

flag and map

And now the quiz

Quiz

what is the capital of Gabon

  • Youko
  • Port-Gentil
  • Libreville