“This Is The Central African Republic” takes viewers on a journey through a nation brimming with vibrancy. The camera captures the golden sun over wide savannas, the lively rhythm of bustling streets, and the joy of children laughing.

Anyone who looks only at the headlines misses the quiet sensation of the Central African Republic: a dense network of national parks and protected areas where some of Central Africa’s most pristine landscapes have been preserved. The official list comprises five national parks—flanked by game reserves, strictly protected nature reserves, and special zones.