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Bongo Massif

The Bongo Massif (French : massif des Bongo), also known as the Tondou Massif, is a mountain range in north-eastern Central African Republic, near the Sudan border. [1] The source of Bahr al-Arab is found within the massif. South of the massif is the Plateau of Ouadda (Coordinates: 08°40′0″N22°25′0″E / 8.66667°N 22.41667°E / 8.66667; 22.41667 ).

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Summits

Summits in the Bongos include:

Geology

The lithology is dominated by rugged sandstone.

Miscellaneous

During November, December, and January, fires of several kilometres size advance down from the Chadian border.

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References

  1. "Bongos Massif | region, Central Africa".