Capital City: Libreville
Gabon is a country in Western Central Africa. It lies on the Equator, on the Atlantic Ocean coast, between the Republic of the Congo to the south and east, Equatorial Guinea to the northwest and Cameroon to the north.
A small population, as well as oil and mineral reserves have helped Gabon become one of Africa's wealthier countries. The country has generally been able to maintain and conserve its pristine rain forest and rich biodiversity.

» Climate

Tropical; always hot, humid. During the months of June to September, the climate is a little cooler (20-25°C).

» Terrain

Narrow coastal plain; hilly interior; savanna in east and south. Highest point is Mont Iboundji at 1,575 metres.

» Holidays

 ▪  Independence Day: 17 August 1960 (from France)
 ▪  National holiday: Founding of the Gabonese Democratic Party (PDG), 12 March (1968)