Bissau
West Africa, Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau
People from Bissau are called:
Male/General:
Bissau-Guinean
Pronunciation:
/bɪˈsaʊ/
Etymology & Origin
From Portuguese 'Bissau', possibly from a local African word meaning 'black waters'.
About Bissau
- Capital and largest city of Guinea-Bissau on the Geba River.
- Major port city and center of Guinea-Bissau's cashew nut trade.
- Former Portuguese colonial capital with colonial architecture.
- Important fishing port and regional trading center.
- Cultural center known for traditional Balanta and Fula music.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 492,004 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Guinea-Bissau
- Region:
- West Africa