Bangr Weoogo Park, Sacred forest in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
The forest encompasses 240 hectares of protected land containing multiple tree species, plants, and wildlife within the urban limits of Ouagadougou.
The forest received official classification in 1936 by the Governor of French West Africa after local Mossi chiefs protected it as a sacred site.
The name Bangré Wéogho translates to Forest of Knowledge in the Mooré language, reflecting its role in traditional education and spiritual practices.
Visitors can access the forest from Tuesday to Sunday between 5:00 and 18:00, with facilities including walking paths and documentation centers.
The site contains an 8-hectare botanical garden and a 72-hectare zoo area, offering opportunities to observe local flora and fauna.
Location: Ouagadougou
Address: 9GX6+7PF, N 3, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso Ouagadougou Ouagadougou
Opening Hours: Dienstag-Sonntag 05:00-18:00
Phone: +22676639311
GPS coordinates: 12.39881,-1.48787
Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:50
The natural and cultural sites of Burkina Faso include national parks, nature reserves, traditional villages, and historical sites. They feature the Great Mosque of Dioulasso-Bâ built in 1880, the rock formations of Sindou Peaks, the Karfiguéla waterfalls, and the Royal Court of Tiébélé with its Kasséna architecture. The country has several parks including Arly Park, Nazinga Reserve, and W National Park listed by UNESCO. Major cities house museums, traditional markets, and religious buildings such as Ouagadougou Cathedral.
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