Portuguese Forts – Boma

Boma served as the capital of the Congo Free State and Belgian Congo from 1886 to 1926, and the town retains significant colonial-era architecture including Portuguese forts, administrative buildings, and churches. These structures tell the complex and often painful history of colonialism in Congo. Walking tours through Boma reveal architectural heritage, historical narratives, and insights into the pre-colonial Kongo Kingdom and colonial impact. The town also features a museum and memorials.