Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário
Northern Mozambique
Ibo might be 99% Muslim, but its most striking religious building is this whitewashed, weather-worn Catholic church that anchors the main square, a legacy…
Must-see attractions in Zambia, Malawi & Mozambique
Maputo
The old fort was built by the Portuguese in the mid-19th century near the site of an earlier fort. Inside is a garden and a small museum with remnants…
Mozambique
At the southern tip of Beira’s Ponta Gêa neighbourhood, within football-punting distance of the Indian Ocean, sits one of Mozambique’s biggest…
Zambia
Located on the premises of Kapishya Hot Springs Lodge, the setting here makes it a marvellous place to take a soak in its blue-green steaming lagoon of…
Mozambique
About 25km northwest of Tete, overlooking the river, is the Missão de Boroma. Founded in 1885 by Jesuit missionaries, it was known for its colégio (school…
Cathedral of Nossa Senhora de Fátima
Northern Mozambique
Easily Nampula's most handsome and attention-drawing sight, the creamy white city cathedral dates from the late colonial period: the Portuguese finished…
Malawi
Showcases woodcarvings and other artwork, such as painting and embroidery. Proceeds from sales go to the local artists behind the artworks; their…
Mozambique
Located 4km northeast of the town centre, this diminutive, craggy hill rises precipitously out of the surrounding flatness looking not unlike the head of…
Society of Malawi Library & Archive
Malawi
This library in the historic Mandala House contains a vast number of journals, books and photographs, some dating as far back as the 19th century. You…
Northern Mozambique
Looking like a cross between Shakespeare and Cervantes, this statue of Portuguese poet Luís de Camões stands sentinel over a small triangular park by the…
Maputo
The hulking, neoclassical City Hall looks down over the baixa area from a low hill at the top of Avenida Samora Machel. The building, which was completed…
Mozambique
Depicting animal and human figures, these rock paintings are thousands of years old (exact dates vary) and are thought to have been left by the San people…
Stuart M Grant Tropical Fish Farm
Malawi
About 10km south of Senga Bay is Stuart Grant’s tropical fish farm, which breeds and exports cichlids. If you’re interested you can do a half-hour tour of…
Northern Mozambique
With a distinctive white facade, this church is best viewed while sitting at a table in the Café-Bar Áncora d’Ouro opposite. The original church was…
Mozambique
The Chimanimani National Reserve, created in 2003, is part of the larger Chimanimani Transfrontier Conservation Area (ACTF). Together with Chimanimani…
Cathedral of Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Maputo
With its simple but imposing lines and soaring, white spire, this cathedral is one of Maputo's most attractive buildings. It was completed in 1944. Inside…
Malawi
For really impressive views, head for Queen’s View on the eastern side of the plateau. It's named after Queen Elizabeth, wife of King George VI (and…
Malawi
On the southern side of Nkhata Bay, Chikale Beach is a popular spot for swimming and lazing on the sand, especially at weekends. After church on Sunday,…
Maputo
Mozambique's presidential complex is a beautiful and impressive structure overlooking Maputo Bay. Photographs are not permitted. It is also not permitted…
Malawi
You can watch talented artists carving exquisite sculptures at this workshop, which doubles as a centre where experienced carvers train new recruits.
Malawi
A popular viewpoint on the western side of the plateau. The hole was said to lead to the bottom of the Rift Valley and, in days of old, local chiefs would…
Maputo
This house was designed by Eiffel (or an associate) in the late 19th century as the governor’s residence, but its metal-plated exterior proved unsuitable…
Malawi
Just off the main tarred road up to the plateau are the Mandala Falls. A nature trail with picnic spots runs past the neighbouring Mulunguzi Dam to the…
Maputo
A pleasant, green area to while away a morning or late afternoon, with a children's playground, a small cafe, a community library and views over the…
Malawi
From the southern side of the plateau you can hike through some beautiful indigenous forest and past a trout farm to this impressive cascade.
Malawi
Emperor’s View is named after Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia, who visited in 1964. It gazes down on Zomba town and out towards Mulanje.
Maputo
Wonderful for families, with a children's playground, pedalo rentals, lots of space, a good and inexpensive cafe and views over Maputo Bay.
Livingstone
Enter through the gate to wander this small plot of foreign Jewish graves dating from the mid 20th century.
Mozambique
The town's most impressive sight is the 538m-long suspension bridge that spans the Zambezi River.
Henry Tayali Visual Arts Centre
Lusaka
A lovely space exhibiting quality contemporary works by local artists, and all are for sale.
Maputo
Art and photography exhibits; opposite the South African High Commission.
Zambia
This undeveloped, very remote and rarely visited 500 sq km national park is one to watch for future developments given its proximity to Livingstone and…
Zambia
Lealui village is the site of the main palace of the litunga (king of the Lozi). The palace is a large single-storey Lozi house, built with traditional…
Zambezi Delta Wetlands & Marromeu Special Reserve
Mozambique
South of Marromeu begin the extensive wetlands of the Zambezi River delta, home to Mozambique's largest concentration of waterbirds, including wattled…
Zambia
A national monument (hence the hefty entry fee) and on the tentative list as a World Heritage Site is this memorial that commemorates the UN secretary…
Munda Wanga Environmental Park
Lusaka
Munda Wanga Environmental Park is a rescue centre of sorts, with a variety of animals, including rarely seen pangolins and owls used for black magic. The…
Zambia
History buffs can go in search of the David Livingstone Memorial, a simple stone memorial topped with a cross, which honours the famous explorer’s death…
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