The UNESCO Sites in the Central African Republic have resulted from the recognition of 2 cultural and natural landmarks as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Central African Republic and 9 locations on the Central African Republic UNESCO tentative list. These tourist sites in the Central African Republic are acknowledged for their unique and valuable cultural, natural, artistic, and historical significance and are preserved for future generations.
In addition to these 2 sites in the Central African Republic UNESCO list, many other places to travel to the Central African Republic are being considered for UNESCO recognition. These sites, listed on the tentative list, showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage and are waiting for approval to join the prestigious and famous World Heritage Sites list.
To help visitors discover these remarkable Central African Republic tourist attractions, we have assembled an interactive map of the UNESCO sites in Central African Republic.
Central African Republic UNESCO Map
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World Heritage Sites in Central African Republic
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Central African Republic
There are 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Central African Republic. All of these three sites are listed under the Cultural category.
- Manovo-Gounda St Floris National Park
- Sangha Trinational
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Central African Republic are protected locations for their cultural and natural importance.
Manovo-Gounda St Floris National Park
Manovo-Gounda St Floris National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Central African Republic. The park covers an area of over 1.7 million hectares and is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and cheetahs. The park is also known for its unique landscapes, which include savannahs, forests, and wetlands. Manovo-Gounda St Floris National Park is a crucial conservation area for many endangered species, and it is recognized as one of the most important protected areas in Central Africa.
Sangha Trinational
The Sangha Trinational is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Congo Basin, and it spans the borders of Cameroon, the Central African Republic, and the Republic of Congo. This transboundary protected area encompasses three contiguous national parks. It is home to diverse flora and fauna, including several endangered species such as forest elephants, chimpanzees, and gorillas. The Sangha Trinational is recognized as one of Africa’s most important conservation areas. It is also culturally significant, home to several indigenous communities who have lived in the region for centuries.
Central African Republic UNESCO tentative list
- Les mégalithes de Bouar
- Le Tata (palais fortifié) du Sultan Sénoussi, les grottes de Kaga-Kpoungouvou, la ville de Ndélé
- Les sites paléo-métallurgiques de Bangui
- Les gravures rupestres de Lengo
- Les vestiges du train de Zinga
- La Réserve intégrale de la Mbaéré-Bondingué
- Les chutes de la Mbi
- La colline et la plaine, la rivière Oubangui et le patrimoine colonial bâti de la ville de Bangui
- La forêt et les campements résidentiels de référence pygmée AKA de la République Centrafricaine
Tours in Central African Republic
Our choices of tours in Central African Republic are divided into thematic features such as Ashgabat, Manovo, and Dzanga-Sangha National Park Experience.