Foumban

Foumban is a city in Cameroon located north of Bafoussam. It has an estimated population of 83,522 people. It is the capital of the Bamoun people and houses a museum dedicated to traditional arts and culture. Foumban is noted for its cultural, tourism, and economic potential, as well as its political significance in the shaping of Cameroon's history. A market and a craft center are also available, and the Foumban Royal Palace houses a museum dedicated to Ibrahim Njoya, the inventor of a new religion, the Bamum script, and the artificial language Shümom.

Foumban is a must-see city in Cameroon for art lovers. The city's foundations are in the arts, music, and architecture. It is also the city with the greatest Muslim population in Cameroon. With its Islamic influences, the city resembles a cross between North and West Africa. The Royal Palace and its adjacent museum are the main attractions here, while the city's mosque is also worth seeing.

Location: Foumban, Cameroon
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Best time to visit:

• January until July
• September, November, December

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