Loubomo
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| Country |  Republic of the Congo |
| Region | Niari Region |
| District | Kimongo District |
Loubomo, also known as Dolisie, is a city in the western province of Niari in the Republic of the Congo. It is the country's third largest city , and an important commercial centre. The city lies on the eastern edge of the coastal rainforest, and has a population of 106,300 (2005 census).
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[edit] Economy
Loubomo is a major rail centre. Its location makes her the link between the Congo-Ocean Railway and the railroad which reach the border with Gabon at Mbinda. Loubomo is also home to numerous small industries (wood, lumber).
[edit] Transport
Loubomo is home to Loubomo airport.
Loubomo railway station is among the greatest ones in the country. It is near the railway junction of Monto Bello.
[edit] Attractions
Loubomo is especially known for its nightlife.
[edit] History
The city was founded as one station on the Congo-Ocean Railway. it was named after Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza's lieutenant Albert Dolisie. It became a thriving city thanks to the wealth of the railway, and had 20,000 inhabitants in 1972. The city's name changed to Loubomo in 1975, and soon ex-Dolisie became the third largest city in Congo-Brazzaville. 1997 and 1999 civil wars caused the exodus of rural people towards cities. Loubomo's population has significantly increased since then.
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[edit] References
Decalo S., Thompson V. & Adloff R. 1984. Historical dictionary of Congo Pg 180. USA: The Scarecrow Press, Inc.
