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Serra da Leba, Mountain range in Huila and Namibe provinces, Angola.

The Serra da Leba mountain range extends for 20 kilometers with an elevation of 1800 meters, featuring steep cliffs and natural rock formations.

The construction of Serra da Leba road started in the late 1960s during the colonial period and opened in the 1970s, connecting different regions.

The mountain range appears on the reverse of the 2000 Kwanza banknote, representing an important natural symbol for the Angolan population.

The EN280 road through Serra da Leba requires careful driving across seven hairpin turns, with a gradient reaching 34 percent in certain sections.

The mountain pass transitions through multiple climate zones within 10 kilometers, descending from 1,845 meters to near sea level.

Address: Serra da Leba, Angola

GPS coordinates: -15.07108,13.24864

Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:17

Visit to Angola: Between Nature and Culture

The historical and natural sites of Angola extend from Luanda to the provinces. The capital features Fort São Miguel, the Iron Palace, and the Agostinho Neto Mausoleum. Geological formations include Miradouro da Lua and Kalandula Falls. Religious heritage includes the Christ King statue in Lubango and several historical churches. The coastline offers beaches like Mussulo and Santiago. Museums document local history, anthropology, and traditions.

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