Welcome to Angola

Few Words About Angola

Its title may be synonymous with strife, because the war ended in 2002, but Angola has been enjoying something of a renaissance. Welcoming and safe, this state that is friendly transports southern Portugal's laidback lifestyle to Africa -- and vacationers are more finding its charms.

Most input the country via the capital, Luanda, that has the doubtful and unexpected distinction of getting the most expensive city in the world. As a revelation with its skyscrapers, grand government buildings and palm-lined promenades, downtown Luanda's prosperity comes to lots of visitors. However, the spoils of Angola oil riches give means proving that not everyone is benefitting from the black gold rush.

It's along Angola's stunning 1,700 km (1,000 mile) coastline, in cities such as Luanda, in which Portugal's colonial influences are striking. Towns such as Namibe and Benguela's art deco splendour offer a diversion in the sandy shores of the country.

Further inland, the landscape becomes among plains that are virtually endless. Distant parks are being restocked with wildlife Even though the Benguela railroad that was recently renovated wends through the countryside here. Among the world railway journeys is an excellent way.

Fun-loving and excited to impress, it is a country while looking firmly at the very long run, shaking off its past.