THE COUNTRY
Mozambique ended almost five centuries as a Portuguese colony when it gained independence in 1975. Large-scale emigration, economic dependence on South Africa, a severe drought, and a prolonged civil war hindered the country's development until the mid-1990s.
- Gorongosa National Park;
- Maputo (includes Tunduru Botanical Gardens, Cathedral, Fortress, National Money Museum),
- Maputo Elephant Reserve;
- Macuti Lighthouse & Shipwreck
- Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
- Finest Onboard Catering
- Ground Transport and Yachts
- Luxury Villa & House Rentals
- Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
- Customized Global Services
TO BE KNOWN
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The State's CapitalMaputo
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Time ZoneUTC +2
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Telephone Code258
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Total Area799 380 Km2
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Population32,513,805 (2023 est.)
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Main LanguagesEmakhuwa, Portuguese
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CurrencyMeticais (MZM)
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GDP Per CapitaUSD 1200
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Airports98
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Tropical to subtropical
African 99% (Makhuwa, Tsonga, Lomwe, Sena, and others), Mestizo 0.8%, other (includes European, Indian, Pakistani, Chinese) 0.2% (2017 est.)
Covering a fist with one's open hand signals "that's enough.
Peri peri chicken — grilled or roasted chicken marinated in cumin, garlic, paprika, lemon juice, and bird's eye chilis grilled or roasted and served with a creamy and spicy coconut sauce
Low-income East African economy; mostly rural labor force; natural resource rich; strong South African ties
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Location
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Mozambique
