Angola — Where to Go
Top Things to See
• See the cultural delights within the Humbi-Humbi art gallery in Luanda.
• Gain a historical insight at the Museum of Slavery, 25km (16 miles) along the coast from Luanda.
• Witness the impressive spectacle of the Calandula Waterfalls, located in the Malanje area. The views are particularly mighty at the end of the rainy season.
• See the many coastal forts, including the famous Fort Sao Miguel, built in 1789 to serve as a slave depot and residence for the Portuguese community.
• See the magnificent scenery of Palmeirinhas, a long, deserted beach approximately 45km (28 miles) south of Luanda. Visitors should note that bathing here is hazardous.
Top Things to Do
• Explore the capital, Luanda. The main places to visit are the fortress (containing the Museum of Armed Forces) and the National Museum of Anthropology.
• Enjoy the bay that Luanda is built around - the Ilha beaches are five minutes from the center of the city.
• Go fishing at Santiago beach, 45km (28 miles) north of Luanda.
•Partake in some watersports on the Mussolo Peninsula.
• Stay in a bungalow in the middle of Kissama National Park (website: www.kissama.org), 70km (45 miles) south of Luanda. The park is home to a great variety of wild animals, including the rare black palanca antelope which can only be found in Angola.
