Ishango
Historic site in Democratic Republic of the Congo / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Ishango is a Congolese lakeshore site located in the north-eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Africa, previously known as Zaire. This present day village is known as a "fishermen settlement" as it lies on the shores of the Semliki River, flowing out of Lake Edward, serving as one of the sources of the Nile River.[1] This site is known best for its rich biodiversity and archaeological significance, indicating previous human occupation.
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Location | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
Coordinates | 0°7′37.09″S 29°36′1.45″E |
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