Angola
is a stable
and
peaceful
country
that has
left behind
many years
of civil
conflict.
There is
little
variation
in
temperature
as Angola
lies
between the
equator the
Tropic of
Capricon.
It is the
second
largest
country in
southern
Africa.
Between 55
and 65 % of the country consists of a plateau that
is separated from the
cold Atlantic Ocean on the west by a low-lying coastal plain.
The rainy
season is
between
September
and April.
Angola has
an
abundance
of
diamonds,
water and
oil. About
11.9
million
people call
Angola
their home.
PLACES TO SEE
Luanda is the capital city
and is a very interesting place.
It is the
oldest
colonial
city on the continent.
Kissama National Park
is a
tourist
Mecca,
visitors enjoy great
wildlife
and sceneries.
The
beaches
are
wonderfulthey
provide a
perfect
place for
pleasure
and relaxation.
The Fortresses Fortaleza de Sao Miguel and Fortaleza Sao Pedro da Barra
are
impressive.
MAJOR CITIES
Luanda
is the capital of Angola.
Malange is the second largest city. Major towns
are Chitato, Huambo, Cabinda, Lobito, Dondo and N’zeto.
ACCOMMODATION
Huge
industrial
development
and the
presence of
foreigner
workers
have put a
strain on accommodation
places. Book
accommodation well in advance. The
hotels and guest houses have recently undergone a renovation.
GETTING THERE
TAAG
(Angolan
Airways) is
the
country’s
national
airline and
Fevereiro Airport is situated 4kms from Luanda. There are a number of smaller airlines that operate in the country.
CLOTHING
Most days
are warm throughout the day, but
jackets and jerseys are advisable for the evening. For business, suits are worn
although the Angolan people wear safari-suits or open neck shirts.
FOR MORE INFO
National Tourist Agency
CP 1240 Pal.cio de Vidro Luanda Angola
Tel: (+244) 2 372 750
Ministry of Trade and Tourism
CP 1242 Largo 4 de Fevereiro Ed Pal cio de Vidro Luanda
