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Harare • Africa/Harare

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Country Information

Capital
Harare
Population
4,019,128
Area
390,757 km²
Largest City
Harare
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
ZW / ZWE
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
English, Shona, Ndebele
Currency
Zimbabwean Dollar ($) - $100
Coordinates
Decimal:-17.8277, 31.0534
DMS:17°49′40″S, 31°03′12″E
Elevation
Highest:2,592 m
Lowest:162 m
Average:1,377 m
International Dialing Code
+263

Time Zones

• Africa/Harare| CAT (UTC+2)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Chinhoyi
Southernmost
Beitbridge
Easternmost
Mutare
Westernmost
Bulawayo

About Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is home to the Great Zimbabwe ruins, which are the largest ancient structures in Southern Africa and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The country has a rich cultural heritage, influenced by diverse ethnic groups, primarily the Shona and Ndebele peoples.
The Zimbabwean dollar was reintroduced in 2019 after a period of hyperinflation that led to the abandonment of its currency in 2009.
Victoria Falls, located on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, is one of the largest and most famous waterfalls in the world.
The traditional music of Zimbabwe features instruments like the mbira, a thumb piano that plays a central role in cultural ceremonies.
The country has several national parks, including Hwange National Park, which is known for its large population of elephants.
Zimbabwe's independence from British colonial rule was achieved in 1980 after a protracted liberation struggle.
The country celebrates various cultural festivals, such as the Harare International Festival of the Arts, showcasing music, dance, and visual arts.
Shona sculpture, characterized by its intricate carvings and use of stone, is recognized internationally and is a significant aspect of Zimbabwean art.
English is the official language of Zimbabwe, but many indigenous languages, such as Shona and Sindebele, are widely spoken.
The country's economy is largely based on agriculture, with tobacco, cotton, and maize being the major crops.
Zimbabwe has a diverse range of wildlife, including the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinoceroses.
The country is known for its rich tradition of storytelling and oral history, which plays a vital role in preserving cultural identity.
The Zimbabwe Bird, a stone sculpture found at Great Zimbabwe, is a national symbol and represents the country's history and culture.

Cities in Zimbabwe

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Cities by Population

HarareBulawayoChitungwizaMutareEpworthGweruKwekweKadomaRuwaChinhoyiMasvingoNortonMaronderaChegutuZvishavaneBeitbridgeRedcliffChiredziHwange

Popular Cities in Zimbabwe

HarareBulawayoChitungwizaMutareEpworth
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