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Mozambique

East Africa

Mozambique is a southeastern African nation with a 2,500-kilometer Indian Ocean coastline featuring some of the continent's most pristine beaches and coral reefs. The Bazaruto and Quirimbas archipelagos offer world-class diving and marine biodiversity. The country is experiencing significant natural gas development that could transform its economy.

Motto: “None (Republic of Mozambique)”

Share

Population

33.9M

Capital

Maputo

GDP

$20B

Languages

Portuguese

Independence

1975

Currency

Mozambican Metical (MZN)

Area

801,590 km²

Calling Code

+258

Official Name

Republic of Mozambique

Cultural Highlights

  • Makonde sculpture and mask carving, among Africa's finest artistic traditions
  • Marrabenta music, the country's distinctive pop genre
  • The Mapiko masked dance tradition of the Makonde people
  • Portuguese-influenced cuisine featuring peri-peri chicken and seafood

Famous Landmarks

Bazaruto ArchipelagoIsland of MozambiqueGorongosa National ParkTofo Beach

Travel Tips

  • The Bazaruto Archipelago offers some of the best diving and snorkeling in the Indian Ocean
  • Tofo Beach is famous for manta ray and whale shark encounters
  • The Quirimbas Archipelago in the north is remote but spectacularly beautiful
  • The dry season from April to November is ideal for beach and diving trips
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