Bidjabidjan, Equatorial Guinea
Museums
One museum you might consider visiting in Bidjabidjan is the National Museum of Equatorial Guinea. If you are looking for other museums in the area, you could also check out the Museum of Modern Art Equatorial Guinea or the Cultural Center of Spain in Malabo, both located in the capital city of Malabo.
Food
Some of the most recommended, popular and typical dishes to eat in Bidjabidjan and the wider Equatorial Guinea region include:
1. Chicken or fish with fufu - a starchy dough-like substance made from cassava, plantains, yams or other tubers that is often used to scoop up stews or sauces.
2. Peppersoup - a spicy soup made with fish, chicken or beef, flavored with herbs and spices like garlic, ginger, and chili pepper.
3. Saka-saka - a dish made from mashed cassava leaves and served with meat or fish.
4. Plantain omelette - an omelette made with ripe plantains and eggs.
5. Akoho sy voanio - a Malagasy-inspired dish of chicken cooked with vanilla.
6. Ndole - a peanut-based stew made with bitter leaf, fish or meat and served with rice.
7. Miondo - boiled cassava served with a sauce made with peanuts, tomatoes, onions, and spices.
8. Okok - a dish made with smoked fish, palm oil, vegetables and spices.
These are just a few examples of the many delicious dishes you can try in Bidjabidjan and throughout Equatorial Guinea.
Activities
Some fun activities that local people in Bidjabidjan enjoy include visiting beaches like Playa de Arena Blanca and Playa de Ureca, exploring the Monte Alen National Park to see wildlife and waterfalls, and attending cultural events at the Centro Cultural Ecuatoguineano or the Palacio de los Congresos. You might also consider visiting local markets like the Malabo Market or the Bata Market to experience the local culture and try traditional foods.
