Official Name:
Republic of Zimbabwe
Population:
12,462,879
Capital City:
Harare (pop. 1,600,000)
Currency: United
States Dollars (USD)
Languages: English
(official), Shona, Sindebele, and numerous tribal
dialects
Religions Syncretic :
(50%), Christian (25%), others (25%)
Country Dialling Code:
263
Electricity Zimbabwe uses:
220 volts AC (50 Hz)
LOCATION:
Located south of the Equator on the
southern edge of the tropics, Zimbabwe is in both
the eastern and southern hemispheres. This landlocked
country is positioned in southern Africa, and bordered
by the countries of Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Mozambique
and South Africa.
The Inyanga and Udizi Mountains stretch along Zimbabwe's
eastern border with Mozambique, and the country's
highest point and lowest point are both found there.
The Mafungabusa plateau (or Veld) covers the majority
of land, central and east; the average elevation
here is near 4,500 ft. The Matobo Hills and Chizarira
Hills anchor that plateau, north and south.
Important river systems include the Zambezi, Limpopo,
Runde and Save and their numerous tributaries.
Additional landforms include escarpments (steep
slopes) along the Zambezi River and deep river valleys
within the central plateau. In addition, savannah
grasslands cover the southern reaches, while evergreen
forests are common central and east, especially
in the mountain areas.
Known worldwide for its outstanding game preserves,
national parks and incredible varieties of wildlife,
Zimbabwe (must sees) include the Great Zimbabwe
National Monument, Hwange National Park, the city
of Bulawayo, Kariba Dam, and of course, Victoria
Falls, which it shares begrudgingly with Zambia.
WEATHER
The climate in Zimbabwe is warm to
hot in summer, depending where one travels to, September
to November is usually hot and dry.
The Zambezi Valley is hotter with temperatures rising
above 36°C
Eastern Highlands and the Highveld are cooler with
averages of around 28°C.
The Rainy Season is between November to March|April,
which falls in the summer months.
With a dry winter usually from May to July |August,
the temperatures during the day ranging from 13°C
- 20°C, but may also fall drastically to 6°C at
night.
CURRENCY:
Credit Cards accepted at selected
points: Mastercard |Visa
United Stated Dollars (USD) is the most acceptable
form or payment and South African Rand.
It's advisable to carry small denominations for
purchases - in USD |Rand
MALARIA INFO
It is advisable to take a course
of anti -malaria Prophylaxis, check with your Doctor
or pharmacist before travelling.
Most holiday establishments have repellents and
mosquito nets in the rooms.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Ensure you have an International
Travel Insurance before embarking on your travels
to Africa; it is advisable to keep a copy of the
certificate handy. |
