Oio Region facts for kids
Oio is a special area, called a region, in the country of Guinea-Bissau. It's located in West Africa. The main city and capital of the Oio region is Farim.
In 2009, about 224,644 people lived in Oio. The region covers a large area of about 5,403.4 square kilometers (or 2,086.3 square miles).
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Exploring Oio: Its Location and Neighbors
Oio is surrounded by different places. To the north, it shares a border with the country of Senegal. This means you can travel from Oio directly into Senegal.
To the east, Oio borders other regions within Guinea-Bissau. These are the Bafatá, Bissau, and Biombo regions. To the south, it borders the Quinara region, which is near the Rio Geba river. Finally, to the west, Oio borders the Cacheu region of Guinea-Bissau.
Divisions of Oio: Main Towns and Areas
The Oio region is divided into smaller parts called sectors. Each sector has its own main town or area. These sectors help manage the region.
Here are the main sectors in Oio:
- Bissorã
- Farim (This is the capital city of the Oio region)
- Mansaba
- Mansôa
- Nhacra
Images for kids
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Coat of Arms during Portuguese Rule
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Sectors of Oio
See also
In Spanish: Región de Oio para niños
