Continent Africa: Destinations, Facts & Things to Do in Africa

Continent Africa: Destinations, Facts & Things to Do in Africa

African countries • African culture • African animals

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Africa is a vast and diverse continent with a rich cultural heritage, stunning natural beauty and rich wildlife. This article offers 1 things to do in Africa and information about the continent.

Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza Egypt Holiday Travel Guide Attractions
Kilimanjaro Tanzania 5895m Mount Kilimanjaro Tanzania highest mountain in Africa
Masai makes fire Ngorongoro Conservation Area Serengeti National Park Tanzania Africa
Zinjanthropus Skull Australopithecus Boisei Prehistoric Man Monument Olduvai Gorge Cradle of Humanity Serengeti Tanzania Africa
Serengeti Balloon Safaris in Serengeti National Park Tanzania Africa
Portrait lion (Panthera leo) Lion Tarangire National Park Tanzania Africa


10 things you can experience in Africa

  1. Wildlife Safari: Watch Big Five in Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa

  2. Admire the Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza in Egypt

  3. Experience gorillas in Uganda and DR Congo in the wild

  4. Red Sea Diving Holidays: Dolphins, Dugong and Corals 

  5. Sahara Desert Safari: Trek to the oasis by camel

  6. See Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe or Zambia during the rainy season

  7. Learn about their rich culture in the Masai village

  8. Accompany the great migration of African wild animals

  9. Enjoy rainforests and find a chameleon  

  10. Kilimanjaro: Climb the highest mountain in Africa

     

     

10 Africa Facts & Info

  1. Africa is the second largest continent in the world and is located in the southern hemisphere. It covers an area of ​​about 30,2 million square kilometers.

  2. The continent is home to over 1,3 billion people, making it the second largest continent after Asia.

  3. Africa is known for its diverse cultures and languages. Over 54 different ethnic groups and more than 3.000 languages ​​are spoken in the country's 2.000 countries.

  4. The continent is home to some of the world's most famous wildlife, including lions, elephants, zebras and giraffes. Africa's national parks and game reserves offer incredible wildlife viewing opportunities.

  5. Africa is home to some of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders, including Victoria Falls, the Sahara Desert and Serengeti National Park.

  6. The continent has a rich history dating back thousands of years. Evidence of early human life has been found in many parts of Africa.

  7. Africa has a diverse economy and many countries are rich in natural resources such as oil, diamonds and gold. The continent is also known for its agriculture. Crops such as coffee, cocoa and tea are grown in many countries.

  8. Africa has made significant strides in recent years and many countries have experienced strong economic growth and development.

  9. Despite this progress, Africa still faces many challenges, including poverty, disease and conflict. Many organizations are working to address these issues and improve the lives of people in Africa.

  10. Africa has a bright future, with many young people driving innovation and entrepreneurship across the continent. As Africa continues to develop and grow, it has the potential to become a major player in the global economy.

Africa Travel Guide

Coral reefs, dolphins, dugongs and sea turtles. For lovers of the underwater world, snorkeling and diving in Egypt is a dream destination.

Egypt Travel Guides and Destinations: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum Cairo, Luxor Temples and Royal Tombs, Red Sea Diving…

Fly into the sunrise in a hot air balloon and experience the land of the pharaohs and Luxor's cultural sites from a bird's eye view.

African animals

Africa is famous for its wildlife and offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the world. From elephants, lions and leopards to giraffes, zebras and hippos, there is a wide variety of wildlife to be found in the many national parks and game reserves.

African culture

A continent with a rich and diverse culture, Africa offers a wealth of opportunities to learn about local customs, languages ​​and traditions. From the colorful fabrics and dance styles of West Africa to the impressive crafts and mask traditions of East Africa, there is much to discover.

Africa natural wonders

Africa boasts some of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders, from the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls to the majestic Atlas Mountains. The landscapes are varied and also include deserts, rainforests, beaches and savannas.

Africa activities

Africa offers a plethora of adventures & activities for adrenaline seekers including rafting down wild rivers, trekking in the mountains, sandboarding in the desert and open-top XNUMXxXNUMX safaris. But Africa is also a great place to relax and escape from everyday stress. Beautiful beaches, lodges, resorts...

Africa map

African countries by size

Algeria (2.381.741 km) is the largest country in Africa. 

Following by area: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan, Libya, Chad, Niger, Angola, Mail, South Africa, Ethiopia, Mauritania, Egypt, Tanzania, Nigeria, Namibia, Mozambique, Zambia, Somalia, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Madagascar, Kenya, Botswana, Cameroon, Morocco, Zimbabwe, Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Gabon, Guinea, Uganda, Ghana, Senegal, Tunisia, Eritrea, Malawi, Benin, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Togo, Guinea-Bissau, Lesotho, Equatorial Guinea, Burundi , Rwanda, Djibouti, Eswatini, Gambia, Cape Verde, Mauritius, Comoros, São Tomé and Príncipe. 

The Seychelles (454 km²) are the smallest country on the African continent. 


Further reports are planned on these topics:

mountain gorillas in Uganda; Eastern lowland gorillas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; Serengeti National Park Tanzania; NgoroNgoro Crater National Park; Lake Manyara National Park; Lake Natron with flamingos in Tanzania; Mkomazi Rhino Sanctuary Tanzania; Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Uganda; Sphinx and Pyramids at Giza in Egypt; Luxor - The Valley of the Kings; The Egyptian Museum in Cairo; Temple of Philae, The Temple of Abu Simbel…

In summary, it can be said that the African continent offers an extremely large number of extraordinary travel destinations.

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