Benguela, Angola
Popular attractions include a stunning ocean-side location with breathtaking Portuguese architecture. The beaches are fantastic places to unwind and the people are very friendly.
The city of Benguela in western Angola is situated on a bay of the same name and is an important tourist destination for the country. The early economy of the city was established on mining and then the slave trade to Cuba and Brazil. Tourism is actively promoted in the city and an international railway is located nearby.
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