Gabu Region facts for kids
Gabú is a special area, called a region, located in the eastern part of a country named Guinea-Bissau. The main city and capital of this region is also called Gabú.
As of the 2009 census, about 215,530 people lived in the Gabú region. It covers a large area of about 9,150 square kilometers (or 3,530 square miles).
What is a Region?
In many countries, a "region" is like a large district or a province. It's a way to divide the country into smaller parts for easier management. Gabú is one of the regions that make up Guinea-Bissau.
Sectors of Gabú
Just like a country has regions, regions can also be divided into smaller areas called sectors. The Gabú region has five main sectors:
- Boé
- Gabú (This is the capital city of the region)
- Piche
- Pirada
- Sonaco
Images for kids
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Sectors of Gabú
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View of woodland in the region
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See also
In Spanish: Región de Gabú para niños
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