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Botswana
Botswana: This landlocked country in Southern Africa, is
known as one of Africa's most stable democracies. Most of the land is
semi-desert and arid, except for the lush oasis of the Okavango Delta
in the north of the country.
Country Info: Formerly known as the the British protectorate
of Bechuanaland, Botswana has a stable and dependable economy, built largely
on the mining of substantial diamond deposits. Tourism forms another key
sector, especially as government has focussed on a lower volume, but higher
end tourism market. Most of the population is concentrated in the eastern
part of the country.
Main Attractions:
Okavango Delta
The world's largest inland delta has been described as one of the most
beautiful places in Africa. It is a lush oasis of champagne-coloured water,
reed islands and magnificent wildlife covering some 3000km². Includes
the Moremi Game Reserve
Chobe National Park
One of the world's greatest game parks, Chobe is home to the world's largest
elephant population. Includes the Savuti Game Reserve
Mkgadikgadi pans
One of the largest salt pans in the world; in summer the pans fill with
water, drawing huge flocks of flamingoes and other birds for a spectacular
visual feast
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
This huge 51 800km² reserve was created in 1961 as a place where
the San (Bushman) could live their traditional way of life.
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