Ombella-M'Poko
Ombella-M'Poko is one of the 16 prefectures of the Central African Republic.[1][2] Its capital is Bimbo. One important tourist attraction is the Falls of Baoli; however, due to the Baoli dam, the falls only carry water on the weekends.
Ombella-M'Poko | |
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 Ombella-M'Poko, prefecture of Central African Republic | |
 Sub-prefectures of Ombella-M'Poko | |
| Country | Central African Republic |
| Capital | Bimbo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 31,835 km2 (12,292 sq mi) |
| Population (2003 census) | |
| • Total | 356,725 |
| • Density | 11/km2 (29/sq mi) |
Geography
The prefecture lies in the southwestern part of the country and borders the prefectures of Ouham to the north; Lobaye to the south; Ouham-Pendé, Nana-Mambéré, and Mambéré-Kadéï to the west; and Kémo, as well as the independent city of Bangui and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the east.
Lake Manuela is also located in this region.
References
- "Population Prefecture". stat-centrafrique.com. Retrieved 2 February 2012.
- "Central African Republic Prefectures". statoids.com. Retrieved 2 February 2012.
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