NOT all Indonesians know the Republic of Guinea. The capital city of Conakry is located in West Africa, bordering the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south, Mount Sahara to the north and Mount Cameroon to the east.
People often switch between the Republic of Guinea and Guinea-Bissau. In fact, both are different countries. To distinguish the Republic of Guinea from Guinea-Bissau and the Equatorial Republic of Guinea, this country is often referred to as Guinea-Conakry.
Although the name is not as famous as other countries in Africa, Nigeria, many interesting facts that are found in the Republic of Guinea.
1. Second World Bauxite Producing Country
Although it is included in the ranks of the countries with the poorest population in the world, The Republic of Guinea is like a natural resource. The country with the capital city of Conakry is the second largest producer of bauxite in the world. The Republic of Guinea is also a gold producer, uranium and diamonds.
2. Africa's Fourth Largest Mosque Is There
Not many people know that the majority of the population of the Republic of Guinea is Muslim. Around 80 percent of the population there is Muslim. So, it is not surprising that the fourth largest mosque in Africa can be found in the country. The mosque is also the largest in the Sahara, Africa.
3. The people speak French
Indonesians who have never been to the Republic of Guinea have often wondered what their mother tongue is there. Investigate it, it turns out that the mother tongue of the people of the Republic of Guinea is French. Judging from its history, the country was once colonized by France. Like in Indonesia, The Republic of Guinea also has many regional languages.
4. Have Many Beautiful Beaches
The coastline of the Republic of Guinea is long 320 kilometer. There are many charming beaches there. Call it Cape Verga and Les de Los. Rows of bamboo trees can also be found on Les de Los beach. Other beaches that are no less beautiful are Sobane Beach and Bel Air.
5. There is no Embassy of the Republic of Guinea in Indonesia
Yes, the country does not have an embassy in Indonesia. even though, to visit there, Indonesian citizens must have a visa. The nearest Embassy of the Republic of Guinea to Indonesia is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. That means, Indonesian citizens who will visit there must apply for a visa in Kuala Lumpur. The visa fee is RM40 or around Rp 135 thousand.
