12 Facts About Angola

The Kalandula waterfalls in Angola are a spectacular waterfall at 105 meters high and 400 meters wide. After Victoria Falls, it is Africa's second largest waterfall.

Luanda is one of the most expensive cities in the world for expats. The capital city is also known as the "Paris of Africa" at times.

The Semba is their signature dance. The word comes from the word 'massemba' which means 'touching of the bellies'. As a result, the dance follows the same set of rules! The Semba is also referred to as sea music.

Angola has one of the world's youngest populations. Almost 70% of the population is under the age of 24. This can be attributed to the long civil war, which claimed the lives of over one million people.

There aren't enough men! Many men died as a result of the war. Because of this lopsided ratio, it is also common for a man to have multiple wives.

Despite years of conflict, Angola is one of Africa's wealthiest countries.

Many popular Angolan dishes are stews. Rice, beans, chicken, pork, fish, sweet potato, tomatoes, okra, and various sauces are common ingredients.

It is now Africa's sixth richest country, thanks to abundant oil and gas resources and precious diamonds.

The Angolan "imbondeiro" tree is unique. According to popular belief, God planted this tree, also known as "Boabob," upside down.

It is illegal to photograph or even look at government buildings through binoculars.

Taking their currency, Kwanza, out of the country is also prohibited.

The Giant Sable Antelopes, which were thought to be extinct until recently, are now only found in Angola.