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Maputo, the capital and largest city in Mozambique since 1898, was formerly known as Lourenco Marques. In 2007 the city had a population of about 1,766,184. The city is home to the country’s most important harbor, situated about 90km from the border of South Africa.
What to see / do
• Maputo Elephant Reserve — With about 100 to 300 elephants that reside in the reserve
• Maputo Central Market — Selling fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables in a lively atmosphere.
• The Jardim Tunduru – A small botanical Garden
• The Railway Station — Designed by Gustave Eiffel
• The National Art Museum — Collection of Mozambican art
• Inhambane — A small sleepy historic town about 485km north of Maputo.
Events
• Maputo International Music Festival — Includes piano, jazz, opera and more.
• All Africa Games..(read more)
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