Brazzaville - The Capital of Republic of the Congo

Population
2,230,821
Language
French
Continent
Africa
Since
1880
Eco Ranking
116/195

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

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Flight time from Brazzaville to other capitals

CityDistance (km)Flight Time
Cape Town33003h 53m
Rome51006h 0m
Abu Dhabi53006h 14m
Paris60007h 4m
London64007h 32m
Buenos Aires83009h 46m
Singapore990011h 39m
Washington, D.C.1050012h 21m
Tokyo1340015h 46m
Canberra1350015h 53m

Capitals with similar population to Brazzaville

CityPopulation
Baku2,293,600
Accra2,291,352
Tunis2,291,352
Brazzaville2,230,821
Paris2,161,000
Phnom Penh2,129,371
Havana2,106,146

Capitals with similar eco ranking to Brazzaville

CityEco Rank
Algiers114
Tehran114
Malabo115
Brazzaville116
San Salvador117
Kuala Lumpur118
Palikir119

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the main attractions in Brazzaville?

    Highlights include Basilique Sainte-Anne, the Congo River embankment, Nabemba Tower, and the Poto-Poto market.

  • What is the best time to visit Brazzaville?

    The dry season from June to September is ideal for visiting, with pleasant weather.

  • How do you get around Brazzaville?

    Taxis and minibuses are common, and the city center is walkable.

  • What local dishes should I try in Brazzaville?

    Try moambe chicken, saka-saka, and grilled fish.

  • Is Brazzaville safe for tourists?

    Brazzaville is generally safe, but take normal precautions and respect local advice.

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Brazzaville, capital of Republic of the Congo

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