Want to learn about Gabon? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Gabon
| Capital | Libreville |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 2,300,000 |
| Languages | French |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc |
| National symbol | Black Panther |
| Famous food | Poulet Nyembwe |
In Gabon, people often speak French. A friendly way to say hello is "Bonjour". 👋
Fun facts about Gabon for kids
- Over 80% of Gabon is covered in lush tropical rainforest!
- Loango National Park is one of the few places where you can see elephants on the beach!
- Gabon has the highest density of western lowland gorillas in the world.
- Bwiti is a traditional spiritual practice involving music and dance.
- Gabon is a world leader in protecting its natural forests.
Famous places in Gabon
- Loango National Park
- Lope National Park
- Libreville Cathedral
Nature and symbols of Gabon
- Black Panther
- National sport: Football
Going to Gabon with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Bonjour".
- Find Libreville, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇬🇦 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Poulet Nyembwe at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Loango National Park.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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