Saturday, June 14, 2014

Trip to Africa...Welcome To Angola

ANGOLA 

Tundavala Gap ( a View point in the rim of the greatest escarpment called Serra da Leba


Republic of Angola is a country in Southern Africa, neighbored by the Democratic Republic of the Congo on the North, by Namibia on the South, and Zambia on the east. Its west coast is on the Atlantic Ocean.
Angola is home to a fabulous nature, enriched by various marine and fauna wildlife and exuberant flora. The people of this home who are sweet and cheerful, make this country a blessed land, and welcome all those who want to rest, taste a geatway, or work, with a great pleasure.

The Impressive Black Rocks of Pungo Andongo

Culture and Religions :

Official language is Portuguese. English and French are also spoken, particularly in the north. The indigenous languages with the largest usages are : Kimbundu, Umbundu, and Kikongo...etc. The majority of Angolans are Christians, 85% of them. The other 25% are either animists or Muslims.

Climate :

Angola is the second most large country in the south of the Sahara. Its climate is very distinct and is experiencing strong temperatures variations. The more we advance towards the north, the more important rainfall is. That's why the northern part of Angola is the only area that has a tropical climate. As per the coastal area, it has a warm desert feeling to it.
Miradoura Da Lua (Watchpoint or Valley of the Moon)

Nature :

Nature is one of the bright spots of Angola. With 1650 kms of coastline, warm waters and beaches with fine white sand lost on the horizon, irregular escarpments and cuestas, a mountain zone that is divided by the Cuanza River, important high plateau and rain forests. Angola is a wonderful wonder of nature.


Nowadays tourism is still underdeveloped, but the country has significant untouched landscapes, that once the necessary infrastructure is rebuilt, it can certainly make the country attractive to tourists. In all major cities like Luanda, Chibia, Luena, Massango and Menongue, there are no problems for housing as there are many hotels and also Pensões (pensions).
The Amazing Kalandula Falls in Angola
Angola is stable and growing, but the majority of the population remains in a state of poverty.

Angola in a proverb : " To be sure that your friend is a friend, you must go with him on a journey, travel with him day and night, go with him near and far "



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