19facts you may not know about Angola
1. Angola is home to some of the world's largest diamond mines, producing high-quality gemstones that are in demand globally.
2. Angola's official language is Portuguese, a legacy of its colonial past as a Portuguese colony.
3. Angola gained its independence from Portugal on November 11, 1975, after a long struggle for liberation.
4. Luanda, Angola's capital and largest city, is one of the most populous cities in Africa and serves as the political, economic and cultural center of the country.
5. Angola is rich in natural resources, including oil, diamonds, gold, iron ore and copper. Oil production is a major contributor to the country's economy.
6. The currency of Angola is the Angolan Kwanza (AOA).
7- Angola has a diverse population consisting of many ethnic groups, including the Ovimbundu, Mbundu, Bakongo, and Lunda.
8. The Angolan Civil War, which lasted from 1975 to 2002, was one of the longest and bloodiest conflicts in African history, resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life.
9. Angola is home to a rich cultural heritage, where traditional music, dance and art play an important role in the lives of its people.
10. Kalandula Falls, located in Malanje Province, Angola, is one of the largest waterfalls in Africa, reaching a height of more than 100 meters (330 feet).
11- Angola's climate varies from tropical in the north to dry in the south, with a rainy season from October to April and a dry season from May to September.
12- The Angolan Highlands, also known as Planalto, is a mountainous region located in the central part of the country, characterized by its rugged terrain and deep river valleys.
13 - Angola has a rich biodiversity and diverse ecosystems ranging from dense rainforests in the north to savannas and semi-arid deserts in the south.
14. The Chitondo-Hulu Petroglyphs, located in the Namibe Province of Angola, are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest concentrations of rock art in Africa.
15. Angola's coastline extends more than 1,600 kilometers (1,000 mi) along the Atlantic Ocean, providing ample opportunities for fishing, surfing and going to the beach.
16. Quikama National Park, located near Luanda, is Angola's largest national park and is home to a wide range of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, lions and antelope.
17. Angolan cuisine is influenced by Portuguese, African and indigenous culinary traditions, with dishes such as fungi (a type of porridge), muamba de galinha (chicken soup), and calolo (fish soup) being very popular.
18. It is the fifth largest country in Africa in terms of area, with an area of 1,246,700 square kilometers. The population of Angola is 14,602,000 people.
19. Religion: 47% local beliefs, 38% Catholic Christians, 15% Protestant Christians, and 90,000 Muslims.
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