Zambia - Learn, Explore and Travel

LET'S Travel to Zambia

Geography: Southern Africa, east of Angola

Climate: tropical; modified by altitude; rainy season (October to April)

Terrain: mostly high plateau with some hills and mountains

Zambia Travel Pack

Zambia Travel Pack (Globetrotter Travel Pack. Zambia)

by: William Gray

Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 07/13/2009)

NEW - Globetrotter; Third edition (May 13, 2008)

Capital of Zambia - Lusaka

Languages: English, Bemba, Kaonda, Lozi, Lunda, Luvale, Nyanja, Tonga, 70 Other Indigenous Languages

Lusaka: The capital Lusaka has all the modern trappings and nightlife to keep people busy. Some of the sights include the Henry Tayali Visual Arts Gallery, the Zintu Community Museum and the Kamwala Market, all fairly close to the city's center. A day trip to the south will lead you 60 miles to Chirundu Fossil Forest, where petrified trees from the stone age pepper the landscape, and another 25 miles to Siavonga, a small relaxing town on Lake Kariba with views of the Kariba Dam.

Zambia's Culture and Customs

Culture and Customs of Zambia (Culture and Customs of Africa)

by: Scott D. Taylor

Amazon Price: $37.96 (as of 07/13/2009)
List Price: $49.95

21st Century Complete Guide to Zambia:

21st Century Complete Guide to Zambia: Encyclopedic Coverage, Country Profile, History, DOD, State Dept., White House, CIA Factbook (Two CD-ROM Set)

by: U.S. Government

Amazon Price: $25.00 (as of 07/13/2009)
List Price: $25.00

Completely updated and revised for this new edition, our unique electronic book on two CD-ROMs has an amazing collection of the finest federal documents and resources about Zambia, providing encyclopedic coverage of all aspects of the country.

Food: The main staple is nshima

Food: Zambian cooking is based on what is available, with fish added to the rural diet near rivers and lakes. The main staple is nshima, a thick porridge made from sorghum or maize and rolled into a ball to be dipped into meat or vegetable sauces.

Links

International Network for Higher Education in Africa - Zambia: Provides a brief overview of the history, current enrollment, governance, administration, research and publications of the country's higher education institutions.
University of Zambia: Official site provides news and information about the university and its schools, research programs, staff, library, services and resources.