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Lassoo – zooms the map to include all visible items
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Traditional markets, modern malls, peak hour standstill
Lusaka
Bustling Lusaka grew with the arrival of the railway in 1906, followed by missionaries and then displaced Boer migrants from South Africa. In 1930, colonial administration moved from Livingstone to be closer to the copper belt and the capital was born.
Periods of rapid unplanned growth have created a sprawling, metropolis with much high-rise, privileged suburbs and more overcrowded residential areas. Typically buzzing traditional markets contrast with shiny modern shopping malls.
The main interest in the friendly capital is generally for flight connections or as a transit stopover. Peak hour traffic is as bad as any major city.
The National Museum includes a witchcraft section and contemporary art. For souvenirs, Kabwata Cultural Village offers local crafts alongside artists at work. Kalimba Reptile Park in lush gardens boasts impressive local snakes and chameleons from around Africa.
For 11 years
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