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Officially the Republic of Angola, Angola is a west-coast country of south-central Africa. The country is bordered by the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Zambia to the east, and Namibia to the south. The country is trying to make a name for itself on the international platform. It is one of the fastest growing economies in the world. There are heaps of things to do and see in Angola from nature at its peak to architectural marvels including beautiful buildings from the Portuguese colonization. The country is home to an expansive shoreline of Atlantic Ocean, and a lovely mixture of savannas, grasslands, urban expanses inland, and tropical forests.
Popular Destinations in Angola
Luanda
The capital of Angola, Luanda is a port city located on the west coast of
Southern Africa. The city is home to a seafront promenade “Marginal”
running alongside Luanda Bay. Located near the promenade is a
well-preserved 16th-century Fortress of Sao Miguel housing Museum of the
Armed Forces. This fort in an excellent place to visit for history lovers
and offers views of the harbor. Ilha do Cabo, another great place to visit
for tourists, is a peninsula in the bay that houses beaches, restaurants,
and bars. Located behind the Marginal, the Baixa de Luanda district boasts
Portuguese colonial architecture. Nature lovers can head towards Mussulo
Peninsula known for its beaches or can go farther south where Quicama
National Park feature native animals such as antelopes and elephants.
Parque Nacional de Kissama
Parque Nacional de Kissama is located just at a 70 kilometers ride from
Luanda. It is a wildlife sanctuary that protects and conserve several
African species. The park started as a nature reserve in 1938 and later
evolved into a National Park in 1957. Its population of elephants, buffalo,
and sea turtles is increasing. Parque Nacional de Kissama even received 10
Elephants by air-mail from Russia in 2000.
Benguela
Benguela is a city in western Angola on a bay of the same name. It is a
significant tourist hub in the country. City’s early economy was based on
mining and then the slave trade to Brazil and Cuba. Today, tourism is
actively encouraged in the city and an international railway is located
nearby. Benguela’s main tourist attractions are its beautiful ocean-side
location coupled with stunning Portuguese architecture.
Best Time to Visit Angola
Weather-wise, the best time to take Angola flights is from July to September. It is the cooler and drier period of the year. During this season, the visitors can see best of the country's wildlife and enjoy excursions. It is also the peak tourism season in the country. It is advisable to book tickets in advance to get cheap flights to Angola as airfares tend to rise during peak season.