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ZAMBIA

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A Brief Description

More than 100,000 years ago, on the ancient land we now call Zambia, mankind's ancestors (the beginnings of the human race) lived. Economic and cultural activity flourished in this resource rich environment for centuries prior to the European exploitation.

Once known as Northern Rhodesia, (Zimbabwe, its neighbor to the south, was called Southern Rodesia) Zambia was controlled by the South Africa Company from 1891 until its takeover by the UK in 1923.

After many years of struggle with the British, independence was secured in 1964, and the name was officially changed to Zambia.

In the early 20th century, lucrative copper mining opportunities (feeding the Industrial Revolution in Europe) brought an onslaught of European immigration, and the country subsequently became the world's 4th largest producer of same.

Zambia is famous for the Zambezi River and Victoria Falls, the later of which was named by David Livingstone, a Scottish explorer, and the first European to see the falls.

In recent years an impressive (and much needed) collection of national parks has developed in an effort to protect once decimated species of wildlife, including elephants, leopards and lions.

Read more about Zambia here!

Victoria Falls, Zambia Travel the World through Poster Art!

Facts and Figures

Name Zambia

(long form) Republic of Zambia

Population 11,502,000

Capital City Lusaka (1,299,000)

Currency Zambian Kwacha (ZMK)

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Languages English (official), and numerous local languges.

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National Day October 24

Religions Christian, Muslim and Hindu

Geographic Coordinates

Latitude/Longitude (Capital City)

15º 26S, 28º 20E

Relative Location Located south of the Equator, Zambia is in both the eastern and southern hemispheres. This landlocked country is positioned in southern Africa, and bordered by the countries of Botswana, Angola, Namibia, D.R.O.C., Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique and Zimbabwe.

Land Statistics

Coastline 0 (landlocked)

Land Area 740,720 sq km (285,992 sq miles)

Landforms Most of the country consists of a wide plateau, with some scattered mountains (Muchinga) north and central.

The major river system, formed by the Zambezi and its tributaries the Luangwa and Kafue Rivers, cuts into the plateau forming deep valleys and waterfalls such as Victoria Falls on the southern border with Zimbabwe.

Major lakes include Bangweulu, Mweru and Tanganyika.

Additional landforms include a swamp basin surrounding Lake Bangweulu and savanna grasslands. Woodlands and Rhodesian teak forests cover a large part of the southwest, though they are decreasing in size as the growing population demands more land.

Highest Point Mafinga Mts. (Hills) - 8,503 ft. (2,301m)

Lowest Point Zambezi River - 1,079 ft. (329m)

Land Divisions 9 provinces, including: Central, Copperbelt, Eastern, Luapula, Lusaka, Northern, North-Western, Southern and Western.

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Recommended Links

Zambia (Complete) info on the (GDP) economy, imports and exports, natural resources, government, population, military, transportation, and more here!

Zambia Photos at TrekEarth.com here

Zambia Tourism here

Zambia Travel here

Zambia UN Mission here

Tusk.org (Africa Wildlife Conservation) here

Victoria Falls here

The colorful wildlife of Zambia Travel the World through Poster Art!

Time and Weather

Climate Though located in the tropical latitudes, the general height of the land gives Zambia a more pleasant climate with relatively low humidity.

There are three seasons - cool and dry from May to August, hot and dry from September to November, warm and wet from December to April. Only in the valleys of the Zambezi and Luangwa is there excessive heat.

Note that (in general terms) Zambia seasons are just the opposite of those in the Northern Hemisphere; Spring (Sept - Oct), Summer (late Oct - mid-Mar), Fall (late Mar - Apr) and Winter (May-Aug.)

Traveler Info

Attractions Known for world's biggest waterfall (and several others), numerous rivers, lakes and wetlands, a rich variety of birds and wildlife, outstanding game preserves and national parks and incredible varieties of wildlife, Zambia offers a variety of attractions for naturalists.

"Must Sees" include Victoria Falls, which it shares begrudgingly with Zimbabwe, the Zambezi River, Lakes Kariba, Mweru, Bangweulu and Tanganyika, as well as the Chimfunshi Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

In addition to its breathtaking beauty, the country is a safe place to travel and the Zambians are friendly and peaceful.

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Country Dialing Code 260

Electricity Zambia uses 230 volts AC (50 Hz)

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Travel Warnings here

Visa Information here

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