Mozambique is three times the size of the U.K.
Football is the most popular sport in Mozambique.
Mozambique’s coastline is a major attraction for visitors. The beaches are known to be beautiful as well as its amazing marine wildlife and rich coral reefs.
Mozambique is in East Africa, with a population of 29.5 million people. Its capital is Maputo, and their currency is Mozambican Metical. The official languages in Mozambique is Swahili, Mwani, Chewa, and Tsonga.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- Heroes’ Day Holiday (Feb 3)
- Women’s Day (Apr 7 or Apr 8 if it falls on a Sunday)
- Worker’s Day (May 1)
- Independence Day (Jun 25)
- Victory Day (Sep 7)
- Revolution Day (Sep 25)
- Day of Peace and Reconciliation (Oct 4)
- Family Day (Dec 25)
It has one world heritage site which is Island of Mozambique.
It also has seven national parks including:
Want to learn more? Check out Mozambique’s tourism website!
Also check out the National Museum of Art and Maputo Natural History Museum.
Fun activities to do
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