ZIMBABWE

Zimbabwe is located in Southern Africa, between South Africa and Zambia. It covers an area slightly larger than Montana. A tropical climate prevails in most of the country, with a rainy season from November to March. Much of the land forms high plateaus with a higher central plateau, the High Veld, extending from the southwest to the northeast. Mountains are found in the east.

Location

Southern Africa, between South Africa and Zambia.

Geography

Landlocked; the Zambezi forms a natural riverine boundary with Zambia; in full flood (February-April) the massive Victoria Falls on the river forms the world's largest curtain of falling water.

Capital

Harare

Climate

Tropical; moderated by altitude; rainy season (November to March)

Language

English (official), Shona, Sindebele (the language of the Ndebele, sometimes called Ndebele), numerous but minor tribal dialects

Monetary Unit

Zimbabwean dollar (ZWD)

Largest Cities

Harare, Bulawayo, Mutare, Gweru, Kadoma

Principal Rivers

Zambezi

Places to Visit

Lusaka, Livingstone, South Luangwa National Park, North Luangwa , Lower Zambezi National Park.

Airports

Buffalo Range, Bulawayo J M Nkomo, Chipinge, Gweru Thornhill, Harare Charles Prince, Harare Int'l, Hwange National, Kariba, Masvingo, Mutare, Victoria Falls