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Guinea Travel Guide  Travelers to the small tropical country of
Equatorial Guinea are in for adventure, wildlife and
breathtaking scenery unique to this part of the world. One of
the Sub-Sahara’s oil producing nations, Equatorial Guinea is
located next to Nigeria and Angola. The capital, Malabo, is on
the island of Bioko. Bata is another important city, and can be
found on the mainland of Rio Muni.  Equatorial Guinea was
initially known as Formosa, which means "beautiful" in
Portuguese. Curious travelers who venture here typically start
at Malabo, which is an excellent gateway to Bioko Island’s
rainforests, beaches and volcanoes. The mainland is also worth
exploring, known for the colonial city of Bata and Monte Alen
National Park. Further afield lies Corisco Island, which houses
traditional communities and secluded white sandy beaches.  Local
markets are a great way to get to know the country through
uniquely designed crafts, hardware and clothin