Lubango, Provincial capital in southern Angola.
The city sits at an altitude of 1700 meters in the Serra da Chela mountains, creating a cooler climate than most Angolan regions.
Portuguese settlers from Madeira island established the city, formerly named Sá da Bandeira, which maintains architectural elements from the colonial period.
The Nyaneka-Humbe and Ovambo communities maintain their traditions through craft markets, where they sell handmade sculptures and traditional fabrics.
TAAG Angola Airlines operates regular flights to Lubango Mukanka Airport, while shared blue and white minibuses provide transportation within the city.
The Serra da Leba mountain pass near Lubango features 56 curved road sections that wind through the dramatic mountain landscape.
Location: Huíla Province
Inception: 1885
Elevation above the sea: 1,718 m
GPS coordinates: -14.91956,13.48975
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:45
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