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The Victoria Falls (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)

Activities for Tourists

Victoria Falls is one of the world's largest waterfalls, with a width of 1.7 kilometers and a height of 108 meters. The falls are located on the Zambezi River, which forms the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. Visitors can take a helicopter ride over the falls or walk across the Victoria Falls Bridge to get a panoramic view of the falls.

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The Victoria Falls National Park is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, and lions. Visitors can take a guided safari tour through the park to see these animals in their natural habitat. There are also several hiking trails that lead to scenic viewpoints of the falls.

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The Victoria Falls Bridge was built in 1905 and spans the Zambezi River. Visitors can take a guided tour of the bridge, which includes a walk along the catwalk beneath the bridge and a bungee jumping experience off the bridge.

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History

The Victoria Falls, also known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, which means 'the smoke that thunders' in the local language, have been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1989. The falls were first discovered by Scottish explorer David Livingstone in 1855 and have since been a popular tourist destination for people from all over the world.

Food

Zimbabwean cuisine is a mixture of African and British influences. Visitors to Victoria Falls can try traditional dishes such as sadza, a cornmeal porridge, and nyama, a type of grilled meat. There are also many international restaurants and cafes in the area.

Wikipedia page

🔗 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victoria_Falls

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