Overview
Huambo is a recovering Angolan city in the Central Highlands that was planned in 1912 as Nova Lisboa, the new capital of Angola. The civil war left most buildings riddled with bullet holes, but reconstruction efforts have restored much of the Portuguese-style city center.
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Before you go
Connectivity
Internet access is sporadic at hotels like Hotel Ekuikui I.
Money
Angola uses the Angolan kwanza (Kz). Hotel Ekuikui I charges 44,850-53,950 Kz for rooms.
Safety
Motorcycle taxis are dangerous and many accidents occur. Always wear helmets and choose motorcycles in good repair.
Transport
Motorcycle taxis cost 100-300 kwanzas depending on distance. Blue and white taxi vans charge 100 kwanzas for set routes. The city center is walkable.
Weather
Huambo has mild temperatures (7.8-28.7°C) with dry season May-August and heaviest rainfall October-May.