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Burundi

History

The Kingdom of Burundi developed under a ruling mwami.
The territory came under German control, then Belgian administration after 1916.
Independence came on 1 July, initially as a monarchy.
The monarchy was abolished and a republic declared.
Civil war followed the assassination of the first elected president.
The Arusha framework brought power-sharing and elections.
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CapitalGitega
Population12.3M
Area28k km2
CurrencyBurundian franc

Short facts

RegionEast Africa
LanguageFrench, Kirundi
Time zoneCAT (UTC+2)
Drives onRight

Worth seeing

  • Lake Tanganyika shore: Beaches and fishing villages along the world's second-deepest lake, at Bujumbura.
  • Kibira National Park: Montane rainforest along the Congo-Nile divide, home to chimpanzees.
  • Karera Falls: A set of falls in the southeast, reached through wooded hills.

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Planning questions

What is Burundi known for?Lake Tanganyika shore, Kibira National Park, Karera Falls.
What is the capital?Gitega.
Which language is useful?French, Kirundi.
When is the national day?1 July.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

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