Gabon

Gabon’s Historic Sites Tell a Story of Colonial Legacy and Cultural Resilience

On the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, Gabon offers a historical landscape shaped by the interplay of indigenous traditions and European colonial presence. Its cities and towns carry visible reminders of that past,...

Gabon’s Traditional Music Weaves Community and Memory

In villages across Gabon, the sound of drums carries through the night air, punctuated by voices rising in unison. What may begin as a celebration often unfolds into something deeper—a ritual that binds...

Gabon’s National Parks: A Haven for Rare Wildlife and Untamed Landscapes

On the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, Gabon shelters a vast sweep of wild terrain where elephants roam the shoreline and gorillas move quietly through dense rainforests. With 13 national parks covering more than 10 percent of the country’s territory, this nation of just over two million people has committed itself to one of the most ambitious conservation programs on the continent. Loango National Park, often called the “land of surf and safari,” is among the most striking. Few places in the world offer the chance to watch elephants and buffalo graze on open beaches as waves crash just yards away. The park’s landscapes shift dramatically—from mangrove swamps to savannah...

Dance and Rituals at the Core of Gabonese Identity

In Gabon, the rhythms of drums and the movements of dancers are more than artistic expression; they are the living threads of a culture...

Gabon’s Artisans Preserve Handcraft Traditions in a Modern World

In workshops shaded by corrugated roofs and in open-air markets where the sound of...

Gabon’s Artisans Preserve Handcraft Traditions in a Modern World

In workshops shaded by corrugated roofs and in open-air markets where the sound of haggling mixes with the scent of wood shavings, Gabon’s artisans carry forward traditions rooted in centuries of practice. Their...

The Distinctive Flavors of Gabonese Cuisine

In Gabon, meals are more than nourishment; they are a reflection of history, geography, and the interwoven traditions of over 40 ethnic groups. From bustling markets in Libreville to coastal fishing towns and...

The Distinctive Flavors of Gabonese Cuisine

In Gabon, meals are more than nourishment; they are a reflection of history, geography, and the interwoven traditions of...