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The largest city in Africa and the second-largest French-speaking city in the world, Kinshasa is a thriving metropolis with a population of 10 million people. This exotic city with its fabulous Congolese countryside is a wonderful destination for visitors to enjoy wildlife safaris, jungle expeditions, and the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas.
Fly to Kinshasa with Qatar Airways and you’ll discover a real gem of a city just begging to be explored.
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Kinshasa travel highlights
Kinshasa is a true up-and-coming destination that still retains its African authenticity.
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Tourist attractions
Kinshasa has a thriving arts and culture scene, and the best place to go to see the country’s most exclusive collections is the Academie des Beaux Arts on Avenue Pierre Mulele. Be sure to also check out individual artist studios to learn more about the vibrant Kinshasa art movement at grass-root level.
For a look into the tribal and ethnic history of the region, visit the National Museum – you’ll find incredible displays of traditional African art, sculpture and cultural artefacts.
The Democratic Republic of Congo is a haven for wildlife, with some of the rarest animals such as bonobos. You’ll find these friendly monkeys by Lac de la Vallée, Chutes de Zongo, and Bombo Lumene. You can also join a guided tour to see the magnificent mountain gorillas up close.
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Leisure activities
Get a taste of Congolese music while dining on traditional local dishes at the Jardin d’Eden on the bank of the Nsele river. You can also catch a boat trip from here to take a leisurely sail down the river.
Up for an adventure? Get your hiking gear ready and take a day trip to Zongo Falls, 130km away from the city. After a scenic hike through the jungle, you will be mesmerised with the roaring 65-metre high waterfalls.
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Food
Fish and seafood play a big role in Congolese cuisine. The country’s national dish, Liboke, is made of boiled fish with tomato and chilli wrapped and cooked in banana leaves. Light and delicious, it’s often accompanied by lituma, made from mashed plantain and rolled into balls.
Look out for Cosa-Cosa on menus in Kinshasa restaurants. These are freshwater prawns harvested from the Congo river and served with a potent garlic and chilli butter sauce.
Ready for dessert? Try Tshomba tshia kabiola, a sweet combination of fermented cassava, milk, sugar and peanuts.
Food in Kinshasa offers a chance to expand your culinary experiences beyond the usual. But if you are hankering for a burger or pizza, there are plenty of dining outlets in the city where you can find more familiar dishes.
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Shopping
For an experience you’ll never forget, head to the Marché Gambela, the city’s largest bustling market where you can buy everything from a car to your daily groceries. Looking for authentic handicrafts made by the locals? Then a trip to Je Gagne Ma Vie is well worth your time.
You can also find high-end shopping options, plus plenty of entertainment and dining in the city’s shopping malls.
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