🧭 Ishango

Democratic Republic of the Congo · Africa · 0.15°S, 29.55°E

Ishango is a Congolese lakeshore site located in the north-eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Africa, previously known as Zaire. This present day village is known as a "fishermen settlement" as it lies on the shores of the Semliki River, flowing out of Lake Edward, serving as one of the sources of the Nile River. This site is known best for its rich biodiversity and archaeological significance, indicating previous human occupation.

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Country	Democratic Republic of the Congo
Continent / region	Africa
Coordinates (approx.)	0.15°S, 29.55°E · view on map

Ishango is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Africa.

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