Yaounde, the capital of Cameroon may not be very impressive but has enough to engage tourists for few days. Spread over seven hills and inundated with greenery the city steals heart despite not being so prosperous. The city may not be as vibrant as neighboring Douala but charms travelers through its cleanliness and free spaces. Some impressive government buildings and excellent specimens of architecture are also major draw cards for the city. To know this city better travelers often take business class fights to Yaoundé which also has an international airport.
When it comes to exploring this city you are advised to hire a car. Buses are available but service is not dependable. Yaounde is not a tourism material but it has certain attractions and activities to keep travellers engaged for few days. The Cameroon Art Museum located in a former Benedictine monastery is a fine place to start your trip with. The museum has a fine collection of masks and bronze and wood works besides a fascinating collection of local art works. The Cameroon National Museum and the Afhemi Museum are other popular draw cards. The chapel also deserves a visit. Mvog Betsi zoo is a good place to see animal life of the region that includes primates and lions. To make your kids feel at home the zoo also has a play area. Yaounde sport palace which is an indoor sports complex is also a major place of interests for the travellers. The sports complex was built with the help of China and inaugurated in 2009. The complex can accommodate more than 5000 people at a time. Those who want to buy something should visit to Central Market which is filled with traditional as well as modern shopping options. You will have a great staying and dining experience given a large number of hotels and restaurants here.
Useful Information
- The best time to visit Yaounde is March and December.
- Sharing cabs could be unsafe and your wallet and mobile might be stolen. Hire a taxi which is safer.
- The city is home to some good hospitals which can be visited during an emergency.