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Mount Cameroon
Foumban Palace and Museum
This is one of the highest mountains in West Africa
at 4,100 metres (13,500’). An active volcano, it
has erupted six times this century, the latest event
being on May 28, 2000.
The mountain is host to many exotic birds and
plants, many of the plants being used for medicinal
purposes.
Each year a race is held on Mount Cameroon,
where competitors from all over the world run up
and down the mountain. Climbers usually take a
bottle with a message in it, to leave at the summit.
Climbers are advised to be wary of stone throwing
monkeys, and not to souvenir anything from the
mountain as this would be offensive to the local
people, and bring the ire of the mountain gods.
The mountain is held in awe by the local villagers,
and it is believed that an eruption is caused by
either the death of a chief, or the presence on the
mountain of outsiders. The scientific explanation
holds little credibility in the region. By coincidence
a chief has died prior to the last two eruptions,
reinforcing tribal beliefs.
Dating back in time to the royal dynasties
in Foumban, Cameroon, this city is now the
most sought after travel destination for most
tourists since its rich history can be visited and
experienced through the eyes of modern times.
Imagine all the luxury of these kings or chieftains
and you would want to be transported back in
time to be among their chosen people.
Foumban, Cameroon has some of the loveliest
beaches to visit. They are hidden from view and
will require you to travel a bit, but worth the
effort as these virgin beaches would definitely
take your breath away.
This is a place shopping never seems to stop as
some of the greatest tourist attractions are the
arts and souvenir shops.
Volcanic craters on Mount Cameroon. Taken by Amcaja/wikipedia.
