Artigo de: Manolo Gaspar

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Located in the south of Africa, with a privileged geographical location that encompasses the tropical beaches of the Atlantic, a labyrinthine system of rivers, fauna and flora in abundance, not forgetting the sub-Saharan deserts that extend to Namibia. Angola is a country with an infinite history that goes since its first inhabitants, passing through the formation of large and diversified kingdoms, the arrival of the Portuguese to the present day.
And in the midst of these sets of factors, such as: Privileged geographic location, or Social and Cultural History that from there here they have accompanied Angola's growth and development process. It is with this set of factors that we find the possibility of making Angola a country of opportunities, accessible and more visible to the world. Per so we bring you some reasons to put Angola on your list of countries to visit.

It has a heterogeneous population

the mixture of various peoples divided into various ethnic groups, makes Angola a rich country in the that touches the cultural factor that goes from the several types of language, way of dressing, music, gastronomy, traditions. Great for those who want to meet new people peoples, cultures, etc.

Made up of 18 provinces

Each one with its own peculiarity, beauty, language, way of dressing or typical gastronomy lead the visitor to have the privilege of be in contact with surviving monuments or ruins of the historic route of Angola, but also nature reserves and beaches that make up our rich fauna and Flora.

Some of the natural highlights to visit along of the provinces of the Litoral; 

• Namibe - known for the Namib desert, where we find the rare plant Welwitchia Mirabilis, is also known for having beautiful beaches such as: Mariquita, Soba, Miragens, Azul, Amélia, Barreiras, Três Irmãos, Flamingos, the beautiful and calm Baía das Pipas and the natural pools of Piambo.
• Benguela - land of red acacias because of the acacias that bloom and beautify the city in seasons like November and December, as well as the mangroves in the city of lobito where we can find pink flamingos, beaches like da  Restinga, the famous brown beach that next to the Slavery Museum form a double landscape where the traces found there are living proof of the history that has passed through there, Caotinha, Santo António, Baía Azul, Praia da Lua, are places that offer scenarios capable of providing unique sensations to anyone passing by.
• Kwanza Sul - Known as the land of a thousand charms, for own places like Cachoeiras do Binga and the rest of the Queve river to the coast, the Kikombo river gorge, the Sassa caves, the Umbi's hippopotamuses, the coffee plantations on the farms, the cut plains by giant rocks, the beaches of Kicombo, Carimba, Chiculcua, the beach of Marginal ao along the coast, make the province a potential tourist destination national.
• Bengo - right next to the capital is the province of Bengo with Caxito as its capital and headquarters of the municipality of Dande. the coast of Barra do Dande with the Atlantic forest that goes from there to the sea making the place unique and conducive to the practice of activities such as surfing. due to your relief it is possible to find in the region some streams that offer images of rare beauty, and, some rivers and streams form natural pools, great for a refreshing bath. Passing by the Dande bar, the meeting between the river and the sea is another scenario offered by nature, as well as the beaches of Catumbo, Kinfuca, the Valawa Falls, in the municipality of Ambriz, the lakes of Ibendua, Sungui, Úlua, the Mabubas Dam. the Memorial to the Homeland's Heroes, in Açucareira, the Tentativa Museum in Porto Quipiri the old Slave House Colonial Administration, These are places that you cannot miss visiting if you pass by by the province of Bengo.
• Zaire - considered by many as the birthplace of Angola, the province of Zaire has attractions that are worth visiting if you are traveling through Angola. Land of the second largest river in Africa, and beaches such as the beach of the poor, kimbriz that serve of refreshment on sunny days, the historic Zua Evua cave that according to history has existed for over a thousand years as well like the various monuments that you can find if you decide to take a walk through the city.
• Cabinda - after having the Mayombe forest within the 7 wonders of Angola, the province passed to gain more visibility, arousing the interest of tourists in visiting the province that beyond the Mayombe forest invites its visitors to know beaches where to in addition to providing refreshing baths, it is possible to practice sports maritime and sport fishing, we are talking about 10 de Maio beach, Lãmida, Chinga Futile and malembo, the Pantano de Landana is considered the right place for the bird watching, considered a sanctuary for pelicans and flamingos, as well as other points that place the province of cabinda on the list of provinces to visit.

Some of the highlights to visit in the center of the country;

Further towards the center, we find some provinces where there is an abundance of fauna and flora where the green of nature contrasts with the ups and downs of the mountains creating the perfect setting for those looking to have an experience closer to nature.
So, invited to take a trip to the following provinces and visit the following places.

• Huambo - a province with a very rich fauna or with several animals such as: the rhinoceros, hippopotamus, giraffe, lion, crocodile and elephant, hundreds of birds, reptiles and antelopes, so you cannot miss visiting it.

Famous moco hill (highest point in Angola), the Kavongue forest reserve

• Bié- Known for its high hydroelectric potential because I know where the largest river in Angola begins, as well as many other rivers, if you go to the province, you cannot miss visiting and taking a dip in the Famous river beaches (beaches formed by rivers), the Reserva Natural Integral do Luango, Forest Reserve of Umpulo, considered one of the most important reserves in the province for having several species of animals, the Mutumbo Falls
• Huíla - The places below are points not to be missed if you decide to visit the province of Huíla, the unique experience that we acquire when enjoying the curves of the serra da leba in the company of a unique landscape during a journey that takes us to the province of Namibe. The Boca da Humpata Viewpoint, The Caves and Lake Ondimba, Serra da Leba whose paved road runs from Lubango to Namibe, Fenda da Tundavala, Cristo Rei, Morro do Lubango, the Huíla Waterfalls, Nossa Senhora do Monte Park, The Caves and Lake Ondimba
• Malanje - Land of the giant sable, one of the rarest antelopes in the world, and by the way, an important national symbol, present in the national currency, in passports, as a symbol of the national airline and a figure stamped on the uniform of the national football team, with the same name. An antelope found only in Angola, which puts the province in a special position, and if you think that we stop here, the Kalandula Falls with their height, beauty and the calming sound of the falling waters make Malanje a province to visit and visit and visit again as often as possible Not leaving behind: The Kwanza Rapids, The Kangandala National Park, The Railway Forest Reserve, The Luando Natural Reserve, Pungo Andongo Black Stones

There are other places not to be missed.

The 7 wonders of Angola

In honor to the natural heritage and environmental richness you can visit those that in the year of 2013 were elected the 7 wonders of Angola:

• Fenda da Tundavala, na Huíla
• Floresta do Maiombe, em Cabinda
• Grutas do Nzenzo, no Uíge
• Lagoa Carumbo, na Lunda Norte
• Morro do Môco, no Huambo
• Quedas de Kalandula, em Malanje
• Quedas do Rio Chiumbe, na Lunda Sul.

Mobility

Air, land and water transport makes it possible to displacement from one place to another, with passable streets it is possible visit most of the locations, but we call your attention to the constraints associated with the various types of transport, timetables or even signage. Making a plan with a technician who knows the area is always a job that can avoid problems when traveling

Accommodation

Places to stay and live unforgettable experiences in Angola is not lacking. With several hotel units spread across the 4 corners of Angola, in rural or urban areas duly equipped and prepared to meet the needs of those looking for leisure, work or even an intimate encounter with nature. An online consultation can be useful for an intended assessment.

What to do, what to eat?

• With the growth and development of the tourism in Angola, these factors have made the country a country fertile in offer and diverse opportunities for those looking for a different experience. Activities as a visit; historical monuments, nature reserves, paradisiacal beaches, cultural venues, terraces, restaurants or enjoy the atmosphere that the houses nightlife offer in the company of various musical styles such as kizomba, semba, tarraxinha or kuduro for those looking for leisure are always points to have in consideration.
• As for gastronomy, dishes such as funge de bombo or from corn, beans from palm oil, calulu from dried meat or fish, chicken muamba, goat, magoga, mufete, feijoada,  quissangua (drink), cassava with ginguba, are dishes that will  take you on a journey to the past through a mixture of 100% Angolan flavors.

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