Synopses & Reviews
Angola has no Starbucks or McDonalds, and theres only one functioning escalator in the whole country. Its no destination for beginners: only seven years have passed since the country emerged from three decades of armed struggle and there are few tourist facilities. But for the adventurous, Angola offers over hundreds of miles of unspoilt beaches, excellent fishing, surfing, tropical forests and magnificent bird life. Bradts Angola covers Luanda, the capital city, the countrys 18 provinces, and the best of the beaches and rainforests. The first-ever English-language guidebook to the country, its essential reading for business travelers and pioneering adventurers alike.
Synopsis
The first-ever English-language guidebook to Angola, written for visitors and residents alike.
residents alike.
About the Author
Mike Stead has lived since 2007 in Angola, where he works for the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office. Sean Rorison is a Canadian writer best known for his writing in the Chicago-based periodical Sobaka. Hes author of Bradts Congo.
Table of Contents
PART ONE: GENERAL INFORMATION
Chapter 1: Background information
Chapter 2: Practical information
PART TWO: THE GUIDE
Chapter 3: Luanda city
Chapter 4: The northern provinces: Luanda, Cabinda, Zaire, Uíge, Bengo, Kwanza Norte, Malanje,
Lunda Norte and Lunda Sul
Chpater 5: The central provinces: Kwanza Sul, Benguela, Huambo, Bíe, Moxico
Chapter 6: The southern provinces: Namibe, Huíla, Cunene, Kuando Kubango
Appendix 1: Language
Appendix 2: Further Reading
Index