The rapidly rising metropolis of Yaoundé is dramatically dispersed among seven hills and boasts a variety of art deco, independence-era, and 1970s-era government buildings in striking architectural styles. The confident flare of Cameroon's nationalist movement is still palpable in the nation's capital, despite the hazardous traffic and broken sidewalks.

Yaoundé is the center of government and administration in Cameroon. One of the city's most fascinating sights is people wearing ministry uniforms made of vibrant African textiles that reflect the numerous ministries.

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