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Country: Malawi
Where is it?: Malawi is due east of Zambia in the south eastern section of Africa.
Why do people go here?: Most people come to relax and enjoy Lake Malawi
What are the main entry points?: Overland from Tanzania or Zambia are the usual routes.
Currency used: Kwacha
Country Code for Phones: 265
Area codes for Major Cities:
Other Phone Tips:
Religion: Protestant 55%, Roman Catholic 20%, Muslim 20%, indigenous beliefs 3%, other 2%
Population: 11906855
Ethnic Breakdown: Chewa, Nyanja, Tumbuka, Yao, Lomwe, Sena, Tonga, Ngoni, Ngonde, Asian, European
Government: Multi-party democracy
Languages: English, Chichewa
Major Cities: Lilongwe
Attractions: Lake Malawi, Liwonde National Park, Nkhata Bay
Accomodation: Malawi Hostels
Tourism Office locations and links: http://www.malawitourism.com/
Off-the-Beaten-Path: Nyika National Park
Health Issues: Malaria
When to go: John Chilembwe Day: January 16, Martyrs' Day: March 3, Labour Day: May 1, Freedom Day: June 14, Republic Day: July 6
Common Phrases: Hello = Moni, How are you? = muli bwanji? Thank You = zikomo No = Iyayi, Yes = Inde
Specific Events/Holidays:
Getting Around:
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This article was published on BootsnAll on August 06, 2004


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