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Zimbabwe Travel Guide

Zimbabwe is a country of contrasts: poverty and misery, but also infinite riches and the fascination of the unknown. The visitor here will be confronted with an immense flood of impressions: numerous national parks, the biggest waterfalls of the world and remains of one of the oldest African cultures south of the Sahara.

The country is situated in the south of Africa and borders South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Mozambique.

Elephants, buffaloes, impalas, antelopes, and kudus, next to giraffes, rhinoceroses, leopards, lions and waterbucks- animal lovers might never want to leave again. Zimbabwe can be proud of its 19 national parks with its unique live stock. The largest among them is the Hwange national park adjoining the Kalahari and accommodating 107 mammal species.

Major parts of the country’s beautiful nature are the Victoria Falls. Here the Zambezi River that is almost 2 km wide falls down a 100 m and is considered one of the biggest waterfalls on earth.
The inhabitants also strikingly call it the “smoke that thunders” (Mosi-oa-Tunya). Flying with a helicopter above the waterfalls you will see how enormous the waterfalls are compared to its surrounding. Adventurers here have the opportunity to launch into the probably best white-water-rafting area the world can offer.

In Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, travellers will find time to relax in one of the many gardens or avenues. The cultural and economic centre displays an impressive architecture and a vivid, colourful nightlife. From the Kopje Mountain, an excellent view of the skyline of Harare makes a delightful experience.
Besides that, a visit to the Queen Victoria Museum and the National Gallery of Zimbabwe is recommended. Moreover, do not miss touring the tobacco plantations or the annual international book fair.

During a journey to Zimbabwe you must also take a trip to the Ruins of Great Zimbabwe. Massive walls and large buildings are remains of the formerly rich and magnificent city which has given the country its current name: “Zimbabwe” means “big house of stone” in the Shona language. These stone buildings of the legendary city belong to the oldest and greatest cultures south of the Sahara. They were probably formed during the prime age of the Bantu Empire (12th -15th century). In 1986, the UNESCO declared Great Zimbabwe a World Heritage Site.

Therefore, Zimbabwe has distinguished itself as an interesting travel location despite severe economic and political problems. Let the wonderful natural wonders, cultural riches and friendly open-mindedness of the people enchant you.