Cameroon, on the Gulf of Guinea, is a Central African country of varied terrain and wildlife. A country buzzing with life and soul in abundance. Its inland capital, Yaoundé, and its biggest city, the seaport Douala, are transit points to ecotourism sites as well as beach resorts like Kribi. The terrain here is as varied as the language with over 230 local languages complementing the English and French speaking regions. Check out these most beautiful place in Cameroon – hope they’ll inspire you to visit Cameroon.
Yaounde
West Africa may not be known for beautiful cities but Cameroon’s capital Yaounde certainly is one. The city is immaculately planned to be spread over seven hills meaning that the numerous buildings in the city are separated by stretches of lush green and rising terrain. In addition to its layout, the city is clean and safe with plenty of points of interest. The 1970’s government buildings here will appeal to culture buffs and are unusual looking to say the least. Given the central location of Yaounde it is also a perfect city to include in any tour of the country.
Maroua
Nowhere near as lush and green, Maroua still has an appeal of its own. The streets are remarkably red, sandy and dusty and the buildings are a dull beige colour but the colours of the locals clothing brings plenty of colour to the city. Maroua is a great place to experience the culture of Cameroon and its bustling markets are some of the best in the country. The city is also a great base for travllers wishing to visit the Mandara Mountains in the north of the country.
Kribi
Kribi is home to Cameroon’s best beaches – the sand is fine, the water crystal clear. Kribi is a resort town and port in the South Province of Cameroon. It’s known for its sandy beaches. To the south, Tara Plage is a beach with strong Atlantic surf. Nearby, the Chutes de la Lobé waterfall plunges directly into the sea. Kribi is equally very popular for its roasted fish and one of the most beautiful cities in Cameroon.
Bamenda
Bamenda, also known as Abakwa and Mankon Town, is a city in northwestern Cameroon. As a regional centre, the city has numerous markets, banks, and offices. The local museum and shops display a wide variety of local baskets, beads, woodcarvings and bronze statues. The mountainous terrain around the city affords scenic views such as that from the mountain Sabga over the Ndop plain, making it one of the most beautiful cities in Cameroon.
Limbe
Limbe is a beach town in western Cameroon. It’s known for its black sand beaches and Atlantic surf. This fascinating city is blessed with a fabulous natural position between the rainforest-swathed foothills of Mt Cameroon and the dramatic Atlantic coastline. The Limbe Wildlife Centre rescues and rehabilitates primates, such as lowland gorillas. Mount Cameroon National Park protects endangered mammals, including forest elephants. Limbe Botanic Garden has a herbarium and diverse plant species. This is also one of the most beautiful cities in Cameroon.