Ituri Province, Provincial capital in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Bunia sits on a plateau at 1,275 meters elevation, surrounded by mountains and forests near Lake Albert in Ituri Province.
During the Second Congo War, Bunia became a central location for United Nations peacekeeping operations aimed at stabilizing northeastern Congo.
The city serves as a meeting point for different ethnic groups, including Lendu and Hema communities, each maintaining their languages and traditions.
Transportation within Bunia relies on motorcycle taxis and shared vehicles, with dirt roads connecting to major cities like Kisangani and Goma.
The University of Bunia hosts educational programs and research facilities, contributing to academic development in northeastern Congo.
Capital city: Bunia
Shares border with: North Kivu
Website: http://provinceituri.co
GPS coordinates: 1.83333,29.50000
Latest update: March 13, 2025 03:26
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