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Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is home to both Victoria Falls and the ancient stone city of Great Zimbabwe, from which the country takes its name.
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Capital: Harare
Currency: Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) with other currencies also used within the monetary system
Languages: 16 officially recognised languages including English, Shona & Ndebele
Best time: May–Oct
Weather: Subtropical; warm with distinct wet and dry seasons
Top attractions: Victoria Falls • Hwange National Park • Great Zimbabwe • Mana Pools • Matobo Hills • Lake Kariba
Nature: Zambezi River • waterfalls • savannah • highlands • lakes • wildlife reserves
Quick fact: Zimbabwe is home to both Victoria Falls and the ancient stone city of Great Zimbabwe, from which the country takes its name.