Mozambique is a country in East Africa, Africa. Its capital is Maputo, with a population of approximately 32.8M and a total area of 801,590 km². The official language is Portuguese and the currency is the Mozambican Metical (MZN).
Mozambique covers an area of 801,590 km² with a population density of 41/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $15.2B ($463 per capita) and gained independence in 1975. It has a coastline of 2,470 km.
Mozambique is the only country in the world with a modern weapon on its national flag — an AK-47 rifle, symbolising the armed struggle for independence. Its coastline stretches 2,470km along the Indian Ocean with some of Africa's most pristine reefs.
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A protected marine park — pristine coral reefs, whale sharks, dugongs and deserted white beaches
32 coral islands in the northern Indian Ocean — historic Arab trading posts and untouched reefs
One of Africa's greatest wildlife recoveries — lions, elephants and hippos restored after civil war
UNESCO small coral island that was the capital of Portuguese East Africa for 400 years
The capital of Mozambique is Maputo.
The official language(s) of Mozambique are Portuguese.
The population of Mozambique is approximately 32.8M.
Mozambique uses the Mozambican Metical (MZN).
Mozambique is located in Africa, in the East Africa region.
Mozambique has a GDP of $15.2B, with a GDP per capita of $463.
The best time to visit Mozambique is May–October. The climate is Tropical, dry season May–October.
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