The Atlas Obscura Guide To

Democratic Republic of the Congo

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Unusual
Attractions
in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Nyiragongo Volcano

Mount Nyiragongo has erupted at least 34 times since 1882 & is home to the world's largest lava lake.

-1.5223, 29.2496

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Gbadolite

Gbadolite, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Gbadolite

The "Versailles of the Jungle" built by a dictator is now a decaying shadow of its hubristic grandeur.

4.2833, 21.0167

Monument to African Dictator Laurent Kabila

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Monument to African Dictator Laurent Kabila

Built by a North Korean team this monument to African dictator Laurent Kabila has a suspiciously Kim Jong Il shaped body.

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Unique
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in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Palm Wine

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Palm Wine

It takes only two hours for palm sap to become palm wine.

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Termite Mound Ovens

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Termite Mound Ovens

Once the bugs have moved on, termite towers can be used for outdoor bread baking.

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Pondu

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Pondu

In the Congo, the cassava plant is also treasured for its leaves.

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