Luanda

Tucked along the Atlantic coast beside Baía de Luanda, Luanda is a place whose character is shaped by its sheltered bay and maritime position. Angola’s capital extends from the waterfront Avenida 4 de Fevereiro, commonly called the Marginal, toward the older Cidade Alta and fast-growing urban districts. Across the water lies the narrow Ilha do Cabo, associated with beaches, restaurants and seafront life. The 16th-century Fortaleza de São Miguel, above the bay, remains a marker of Portuguese colonial rule; Luanda was founded by the Portuguese in 1576. Portuguese is the official language, while Angolan music and cuisine animate the city’s daily rhythm. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Luanda Province.

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