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Posted on Wednesday, October 24th, 2007 at 2:57 am

About Mozambique

Here is a list of the top destinations in Mozambique, click the link to see full details and views.

Bazaruto Benguerra Island, Inhambane, Maputo, Praia do Tofo
Highlights

Currency

Mozambique Metical (MZN)
Indicative
258

Airports
Mozambique's international airports are:
• Beira International Airport
• Maputo International Airport
• Airport International Nampula

Birdlife

With a wide variety of habitats, including lowland highly endangered and miombo woodlands, and a variety of bird species in the fine for a total of 740 of South Africa, Mozambique birds BirdLife offers an exciting experience in a tropical paradise. There are about 15 areas Important Bird (IBA) in Mozambique, of coastal areas to forests, wetlands and mountain areas.

Preservation

Mozambique conservation is vital to prevent further damage to wildlife and threatened plant species in the country. One of the most endangered species include the dugong in Mozambique, where there is only 150 in the world left, most of them in Mozambique. A number of plants are also threatened with extinction if conservation efforts are not improved and implemented by the Mozambican authorities.

Culture
Mozambique cultures are influenced by the following:

• Music and the dance is influenced by the country's Portuguese roots
• Kitchen and food plays a key role in social events and parties
• Art is a key element of tribal cultures
• Architecture and buildings are strongly influenced by the colonial times
• Customs and traditions are a mixture of African and Portuguese influences

Health

Mozambique's health is a typical African country with health care services ranging from medium to low. Malaria occurs in many areas, and other risks include untreated water, cholera, fever and Rift Valley fever. Take a first aid kit first aid and vitamins, and follow basic health precautions to ensure you stay healthy during your trip to Mozambique.

AIDS

Mozambique HIV / AIDS is a serious epidemic, with an extremely high rate of 12.5% among adults over 15 years. What amounts to 1.4 million people living with HIV or AIDS, with a mortality rate of 81,000 at the end of 2007. About 58% of cases of HIV / AIDS among women, while the child AIDS show a surprising number 100,000 children aged 15 or less.

Vaccines
Mozambique inoculations

• Diphtheria
• Hepatitis A
• Malaria
• Rabies
• Tetanus
• typhoid fever
• Yellow fever (if you come from an area infected)

Languages
Languages in Mozambique are:

• Portuguese (official)
• Makua-Longwe
• Tsonga
• Shona
• Swahili

Money
Mozambique bank information and money includes:

• South African Rands and U.S. dollars are widely accepted
• Traveler's checks can be exchanged at most banks, major hotels and airports
• There are a number of ATMs in major cities, but not always sure to be careful not to withdraw money
• Credit cards are accepted in major hotels or restaurants, but not all
• Banks are open Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Sentence
phrases in the local Portuguese Mozambique:

• Hello – Hello
• Goodbye – Ate logo
• How much? – TLC much?
• Thank you – Obrigado
• How are you? – How are you?
• I'm fine – Muito bem obrigado

Plants

With nearly 5500 species of plants in the country, the plant life in Mozambique is rich and diverse. Wetlands and mangrove ecosystems range and lush forests, with a wide range of vegetation is found. Mozambique has a high density of dense forest cover, including dry forests, scrub, Brachystegia woodland, riverine forests, forests of groundwater swamp forests and riparian forests.

People
Mozambique people understand the following groups:

• 37% Makua-Lomwe
• 23% Tsonga
• Shona 9%
• Other 30% tribal
• Euro-Africans 0.2%
• 0.06% European
• Indians 0.08%

Safety Tips
Tips Mozambique security are:

• The crime rate is generally low, but more active in Maputo and the cities are increasingly targets for that tourists robbery assault
• The tropical cyclone season runs from November to April and coastal areas should be avoided "The floods also can occur during these months
• Avoid using ATMs in the streets and keep your valuables out of sight and secure
• Avoid crowds or demonstrations may turn violent
• Roads are often in very poor conditions, so caution when driving

Religion
religious groups in Mozambique are:

• 21.8% Catholic
• 22.8% of Muslims
• 17.5% Christian Zionist
• 16.8% Other
• 21.1% No

Transport
Mozambique local transportation options include:

• Cars
• Bus
• Taxi
• Airplane

Travel Books
Mozambique travel books are:

• Mozambique: The Bradt Guide Travel fourth edition by Philip Briggs and Mark Whittington
• Mozambique Travel Pack by New Holland Publishing
• Mozambique Globetrotter Travel Guide
Kalashnikovs and Zombie Cucumbers Travel • Nick Mozambique
Middleton
• Mozambique Globetrotter Travel Map 2008

Visa Requirements
Mozambique visa information:

• Most citizens require a visa, except for South Africans and citizens of other African countries
• Passport must be valid for six months at least
• return tickets and proof of income during your stay is required
• The visas are generally valid for a maximum period of three months
• A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter the country

Fauna

Mozambique's wildlife includes an impressive variety of marine mammals reptiles and amphibians. There are approximately 232 species of mammals, including very rare and endangered dugongs more dolphins, whales and manatees. Marine life is rich and abundant, with species ranging from whale sharks, manta rays, and diving and snorkeling offers a fascinating insight into the underwater wonderlands with a variety of fish to see.

What Pack

This package Mozambique for safari
• Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen of high index
• Swimming and diving suit set, plus beach towels Additional
• bulk long sleeved light clothing
• Camera with extra batteries, extra film or memory cards
• Warm jacket for the colder seasons, comfortable walking shoes and sandals

What to Buy
What to buy for safaris Mozambique:

• Paper Mozambique and Portugal travel phrase book
• Robust backpack bag for valuables and travel documents decent
• box full of first aid items and basic equipment
• Sleeping bag and camping mattress if you are on a visit overlanding
• Underwater Disposable Camera

When go
When to go to Mozambique:

• The best time to visit Mozambique from March to September
• The cooler months are from May to November
• The hurricane season runs from November to April and very bad weather during these months, with frequent flooding
• November through March are the hottest months of the year
• During Christmas, Easter and August, the country is filled with tourists, often from neighboring countries South Africa

World Cup 2010

Mozambique 2010 statistics are as follows:
• Mozambique's national team are known as Mambas
• Your records of the FIFA World Cup are rather dark, without any level to date
• The team has done a few qualifying round African Nations Cup games
• Head coach Martin Nooij Mozambique
• His biggest victory was 6-1 against Lesotho in 1980

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