Angola Overview
Angola lies in Southern Africa, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Namibia and Democratic Republic of the Congo. The capital is the city of Luanda (pop. 3.8 million). Other important cities are :
Huambo (pop 750,000)
Benguela (pop 600,000).
Angola is located on the South Atlantic Coast of West Africa between Namibia and the Republic of the Congo. It also is bordered by the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Zambia to the east. The country is divided into an arid coastal strip stretching from Namibia to Luanda; a wet, interior highland; a dry savanna in the interior south and southeast; and rain forest in the north and in Cabinda. The Zambezi River and several tributaries of the Congo River have their sources in Angola. The coastal strip is tempered by the cool Benguela current, resulting in a climate similar to coastal Peru or Baja California. There is a short rainy season lasting from February to April. Summers are hot and dry, while winters are mild. The interior highlands have a mild climate with a rainy season from November through April followed by a cool dry season from May to October. Elevations generally range from 3,000 to 6,000 feet. The far north and Cabinda enjoy rain throughout much of the year.
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Travel Destinations Angola
Luanda (Capital of Angola)
-The fortress (containing the Museum of Armed Forces)
-The National Museum of Anthropology
-The Museum of Slavery, 25km (16 miles) along the coast from Luanda.
Luanda itself is built around a bay and there are bathing beaches (the Ilha beaches) 5 minutes from the centre of the city. Approximately 45km (28 miles) south of Luanda is Palmeirinhas, a long, deserted beach.
The scenery is magnificent, but bathing here is hazardous. Fishing is possible both here and at Santiago beach, 45km (28 miles) north of Luanda.
The Kissama National Park lies 70km (45 miles) south
Travel Destinations Angola
Luanda (Capital of Angola)
-The fortress (containing the Museum of Armed Forces)
-The National Museum of Anthropology
-The Museum of Slavery, 25km (16 miles) along the coast from Luanda.
Luanda itself is built around a bay and there are bathing beaches (the Ilha beaches) 5 minutes from the centre of the city. Approximately 45km (28 miles) south of Luanda is Palmeirinhas, a long, deserted beach.
The scenery is magnificent, but bathing here is hazardous. Fishing is possible both here and at Santiago beach, 45km (28 miles) north of Luanda.
The Kissama National Park lies 70km (45 miles) south
CLIMATE In Angola
Angola's climate varies considerably from the coast to the central plateau and even between the north coast and the south coast. The north, from Cabinda to Ambriz, has a damp tropical climate. The region that begins a little to the north of Luanda and extends to Mocamedes, the Malanje region, and the eastern strip has a moderate tropical climate. Damp conditions prevail south of Mocamedes, dry conditions in the central plateau zone, and a desert climate in the southern strip between the plateau and the frontier with Namibia. There are two seasons: a dry, cool season from June
Burundi : Overview
Burundi is a landlocked country located in east-central Africa. It borders with Rwanda to its north, Tanzania to the east and south and to the west by Zaire.
Burundi is a small mountainous country with a long history of tribal wars. The majority of the population are Hutus, while Tutsis, originally from Ethiopia and Uganda, and the original inhabitants Twa Pygmies form minorities. During colonial times the country came under the control of Belgium.
The "Chutes de la Kagera" waterfalls are very spectacular in the wet season. Kibabi Hot Springs are located near Kilemba. Burundi boarders at the famous
Angola General Travel Information
TRANSPORT & GETTING AROUND
Air: International Flights
Air France
British Airways
Angola's national airline : Taag Airlines
Taxis: Are difficult to find and are expensive. If you arrive at the airport you will need to arrange to have someone meet you or use a transport service provided by one of the hotels.
Train: The railway system is under repair, since the damage caused during the civil war. There is a regular passenger route from Lobito and Benguela to Luaubut unless you are traveling first class this is very basis, no sleeping cars or air-conditioning.
Bus:There are buses throughout the country but the service
