Forming the border between Zambia (Siavonga) and Zimbabwe is the Kariba dam wall. It's an impressive engineering feat that you can walk the length across; you'll need to leave your passport or ID with the immigration office. At the time of construction, it was the world's biggest dam and still today remains one of the largest.
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Situated on the southern shore of Lake Kariba, the beautiful Matusadona National Park is home to the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino. While…
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2.53 MILES
This circular, hilltop, Italian-built church was built in the memory of 86 African and Italian construction workers who lost their lives while building…
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Head up to Observation Point for excellent sweeping views of the lake and Kariba Dam. The Kariba Publicity Association is based up here and it houses some…
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0.74 MILES
Head up to Observation Point for excellent sweeping views of the lake and Kariba Dam. The Kariba Publicity Association is based up here and it houses some…
2.53 MILES
This circular, hilltop, Italian-built church was built in the memory of 86 African and Italian construction workers who lost their lives while building…
27.77 MILES
Situated on the southern shore of Lake Kariba, the beautiful Matusadona National Park is home to the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino. While…