Mozambique: Iron House in Maputo

Iron House in the capital of Mozambique

The Casa de Ferro is a historic prefabricated iron building located in central Maputo. Originally built in Belgium, the structure was bought by the Portuguese colonial government and reassembled in 1892 in Maputo. It was intended to serve as the residence of the Governor of the District of Lourenço Marques.

However, the building was never inhabited and has instead served as the seat of a variety of local and national institutions throughout its existence. The house is currently open to the public as a fine example of the experimental use of iron in European colonial architecture in the final decades of the 19th century. The Casa de Ferro is sometimes erroneously described as the work of renowned architect Gustave Eiffel. However, claims that the building was designed by Eiffel are unfounded.

In 1966 the Casa de Ferro structure was moved from its original location on Avenida 5 de Outubro to its present placement at the intersection of Avenida Samora Machel and Rua Enrique de Sousa, adjacent to the Tunduru Gardens. In 1974, after the end of the Mozambican War of Independence, the Casa de Ferro served as the provisional seat of the FRELIMO political party, and later as the headquarters of the Ministry of Culture's Arquivo do Património Cultural (ARPAC). Restored in 2014, the building is still used to this day to house offices of the Ministry of Culture.

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Mozambique: Vila Algarve ruins in Maputo

Vila Algarve, Maputo

GPS: -25.973956, 32.59094

Vila Algarve is a residential house in the Mozambican capital Maputo. Built in 1934 and later protected as a listed building, the building housed the Portuguese secret police PIDE/DGS until the end of the Portuguese colonial period in Mozambique. It is located at the intersection of Avenida Mártires da Machava and Avenida Ahmed Sekou Touré.

The building was erected in 1934 as a residence by Portuguese. Remarkable are the Azulejos, as a rare example of naturalistic decorated tiles from the time of the beginning of the twentieth century - alongside the Historicism architecture.

With the start of the colonial war in the then Portuguese colonies of Guinea, Angola and Mozambique, the Portuguese secret police PIDE extended their activities to the territories of the colonies. The PIDE confiscated the building and established its seat there.

During the colonial war many resistance fighters were tortured in this building. The Mozambican poet José Craveirinha tells of his experiences in the house in three of his works. Other known inmates were, among others, Rui Knopfli and Malangatana Ngwenya.

After the independence of Mozambique, the building remained empty due to its past; including the homeless. In 1999 the Mozambican Lawyers Association acquired the building and planned to set up its headquarters there.

The cost was estimated to be 400,000 euros. Later, the association withdrew from its plans and handed over the building to the Ministry of Culture. On behalf of the Ministry of Resistance, a "Museum of the Liberation of Mozambique" is to be set up there.

Since 2011 the building is in the pre-selection for a memorial list for Maputo. In the Portuguese Monuments Database Sistema de Informação para Património Arquitectónico, which also includes works of former Portuguese colonies, it is registered with the number 31730.

Vila Algarve is a residential house in the Mozambican capital Maputo. Built in 1934 and later protected as a listed building, the building housed the Portuguese secret police PIDE/DGS until the end of the Portuguese colonial period in Mozambique. It is located at the intersection of Avenida Martires da Machava and Avenida Ahmed Sekou Toure.

The building was erected in 1934 as a residence by Portuguese. Remarkable are the Azulejos, as a rare example of naturalistic decorated tiles from the time of the beginning of the twentieth century - alongside the Historicism architecture.

Mozambique’s decade-long struggle for independence from Portugal resulted in more than 50,000 civilian deaths. The European colonial power desperately struggled to hold on to a territory rich in natural gas, coal, gemstones, graphite and gold as well as the fourth largest coastline on the continent. As with many of the African wars for independence, Portugal went to extraordinary lengths to maintain its power for as long as possible, committing horrendous acts to attempt to suppress the revolutionary guerrilla movement - FRELIMO.

Some of the worst perpetrators of crimes against humanity during the war were PIDE - the Portuguese Secret Police. Within colonial Mozambique, they were headquartered in an ornate residential building near the center of the city named Vila Algarve.

The building served not only as an administrative post, but also the principal location where PIDE officers would torture and commit horrendous acts in attempts to gain confessions or other sensitive information on FRELIMOs independence activities from civilians.

Testimonies from survivors detail the depraved acts committed as the Portuguese struggled to maintain control over the Mozambican territory. The story of Vila Algarve shows the dark capacities of man to go to extraordinary lengths to dehumanize their fellow man in their attempt to maintain power and control.

Since independence in 1975, the building has sat vacant and gradually become dilapidated save the striking colors contained in the tin-glazed painted ceramic tile azulejos decorating the exterior.

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South Africa: African Askari Safaris: 5 Nights Big Game Kruger Park Safari

African Askari Safaris

5 Nights Big Game Kruger National Park Safari, South Africa

Visit Kruger National Park in a Five Night Open Safari Vehicle (OSV) and capture the best possible photos of wildlife, birds and landscapes.

Itinerary Day One

Meet and greet by one of the partners at the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport on arrival. Includes tour welcome briefing, Covid protocols and safety talk. Its approximately an hour transfer by good road to your accommodation where you will be based for your entire stay. Check in is scheduled for any time after 14h00 and as such lunch is not included on arrival, however you can easily arrange for lunch should your flights arrive earlier at an extra cost of around R200.00 pp.

Relax, unwind, order drinks and snacks, and enjoy the views as you settle in your accommodation.

Dinner. Enjoy great south African cuisine with a safari touch. The South African star lit nights are simply spectacular and provided the weather plays the game your chances are good for experiencing at least one such evening.

Overnight. Get a good night’s rest.

Itinerary Day Two

(Breakfast, Lunch and dinner are included)

Full day Kruger National Park Safari. Your host will brief you the night before of your wake up time and you need to prepare for an early start with an African sunrise. Coffee and tea are usually served at around 5:30 in summer and around 6h30 in winter.

The Safari includes the whole day in the park and captures everything available. You are likely to see many large and small game species including a rich diverse amount of fauna and flora. Many of our clients see at least four of the big 5 and if you are lucky five of the big 5, however there is no guarantee as animals roam freely.

The Safari includes the whole day in the park and captures everything available. You are likely to see many large and small game species including a rich diverse amount of fauna and flora. Many of our clients see at least four of the Big 5 and if you are lucky five of the Big 5, however there is no guarantee as animals roam freely.

Experience the legendary Kruger National Park, home to the magnificent ‘Big Five’ animals of the world, and a host of others besides…147 species of mammal, and over 500 bird species.

Our specialist tour into this famous reserve is in specially modified, open safari vehicles, both to enhance your game viewing, and to provide the finest, unimpeded vantage points for photography and bird watching.

There’s little between you and your subject!

Our qualified experienced guides will undoubtedly enhance the experience with their deep understanding of the bush and the movement and identification of animals and birds, knowledge they will impart to you. You’ll not only relish the experience of being in the Kruger environment, but you’ll leave with gems of information you’d never have known before.

Your experience highlights:

Professionally guided open vehicle game drive

Big Five game viewing

Choose between an early morning breakfast at your lodge or a packed breakfast in the Kruger National Park.

Depart to the Kruger Park where we will enter the park at either the main Malelane Gate entrance or the main Crocodile Bridge Entrance.

Lunch is at one of the Kruger National Park Camps situated in the park. Your Safari is brought to a close at around 17h30 to 18h30 pending season. Enjoy Leisure time with some pre dinner drinks back at your lodge as the sun sets.

Dinner is served at around 19h00 to 20h00 in the evenings.

Overnight.

Itinerary Day Three

(Breakfast, Lunch and dinner are included)

Leisure day.

This day has been reserved for you to decide what you would like to do and includes the following all of which will be discussed with you after dinner the previous night by your host. It may include simply sitting around the camp, enjoying the special views across the park, reading your book, enjoying drinks, meals, the pool and other facilities. Just doing the bare minimum.

Exciting options which are available should you feel energetic, which are not included but can booked on site. See the detailed description of these safari and explorative options below this itinerary:

An additional full or half day Kruger National Park Safari. Recommended.

Book a round of Golf at one of the most amazing golf courses in South Africa – link

Scenic full day Panoramic Route. Daily on Request:  06h00 – 16h00

Scenic full Day Tour to Swaziland. Daily on Request:  06h00 – 16h00

Visit to Chimp Eden Half day tour departs daily on Request

Full Day Tour to Mozambique. (City Tour of Maputo) Daily on Request 07h00-17h00

Full Day Tour to Mozambique. (Day on the beach) Daily on Request 07h00-17h00

Upon returning from your day tour enjoy leisure time with some pre dinner drinks back at your lodge as the sun sets.

Dinner is served at around 19h00 to 20h00 in the evenings.

Detailed descriptions of extra activities available on site at an extra cost on Day 3:

An additional full or half day Kruger National Park Safari

Book A Round Of Golf

Scenic full day Panoramic Route

Scenic full Day Tour to Swaziland

Full Day Tour to Mozambique. (City Tour of Maputu)

Full Day Tour to Mozambique. (Day on the beach)

Visit to Chimp Eden

Itinerary Day Four

(Breakfast, Lunch and dinner are included) 

Your 2nd Full day Kruger National Park Safaris as per day 2.

Itinerary Day Five

(Breakfast, Lunch and dinner are included) 

Day at leisure.

We highly recommend that you simply use this day to relax around your lodge and enjoy the African sunny weather. Laze around the camp, enjoy the special views across the park, read your book, enjoy drinks from the bar, meals, the pool and other facilities.

Your host will however discuss options with you the night before should you feel energetic and explorative and in such case you can choose to participate in any of the activities as listed under Day 3.

Itinerary Day Six

Breakfast at your lodge.

Depart for Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport with one of the partners of Askari Safaris.

Included in your tour :

Return airport transfers Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA).

5 nights Lodge accommodation Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.

Lunches x 4 days. (Days 2, 3, 4 & 5)

2 x Full day Kruger National Park open vehicle safaris including park entrance fees.

Not Included:

Lunches on either your arrival or departure day if required.

All Drinks.

Extras available on site.

Extra day tours available on leisure day 3 and 5.

Covid tests applicable to cross border tours on leisure day 3 or 5 if booked.

Visas where applicable to cross border tours on leisure day 3 or 5 if booked.

Flights to and from Kruger Mpumalanga International airport KMIA.

Important information:

Rates are quoted per person (min 2 people) per 5 night tour including items as indicated.

All rates are subject to change without notice and are based on availability. Please get a final quote from African Askari Safaris for the most up-to-date rates and special offers (use the form below).

Clients are collected and dropped off at the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport KMIA (MQP) for arrivals and departures.

Vehicles on Safari:

Kruger National Park Safaris are conducted in open 4 x 4 specially adapted and specially registered as (OSV) vehicles with the Kruger National Park. Vehicles are accredited by the South African Bureau of Standards.

Tours and transfers are conducted in mini busses or similar sedans which are air-conditioned and maintained to distinction. Vehicles are carry the required transportation permits both in South Africa and cross border.

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Mozambique: news from Santorini | Санторини Мозамбик

Santorini Mozambique

SOUTHERN AFRICA RESIDENT SPECIALS

Our Resident Specials have been extended until 19 December 2021.

And as an added bonus, don't forget about the special value add-ons for bookings of 3 nights or more.

Complimentary chartered boat excursion, shared with other Santorini guests, to Magaruque Island on one of Santorini’s boats departing at 09H00 am. Enjoy a snorkeling excursion at the reef and when you are ready to relax, you will be taken to the island where a delicious picnic lunch and refreshments will be laid out for you under a gazebo. Here you will have time to explore the island before returning to Santorini at 3.00 pm. (Park fees excluded) 

TAKE TO THE SKIES

Vilanculos is a year round destination, as the clear skies, warm temperatures and sunny days create the perfect tropical weather all year round.

Airlink connects our guests to Vilanculos with daily direct flights from Johannesburg. Flights from Nelspruit to Vilanculos have also resumed and are available on Mondays and Fridays weekly.

Below are a few of the Airline companies that will take to the Mozambican sky’s in the coming months: Ethiopian Airlines (Flights from Addis Ababa to Maputo), TAP Air Portugal (Flights from Lisbon to Maputo) and Air France (with various flights to Maputo).

PLEASE NOTE: Airlink has updated their check-in flight and boarding time requirements. Passengers must present themselves for check-in at the designated check-in counter no later than 3 hours before the scheduled departure time of the regional flight to Vilanculos from OR Tambo International airport. 

Santorini Mozambique has a lounge at Vilanculos Airport for the exclusive use of our guests on arrival and departure. Decorated in Santorini’s signature style, this comfortable space is an extension of Santorini’s hospitality with complimentary amenities, including Non-alcoholic beverages, Snack station, Coffee machine, Coffee table books, Wi-Fi, and Air-conditioning.

PASSPORTS & VISAS: Passport holders must have a passport with at least 6 months validity on it and 2 blank pages. International visitors to Mozambique who require a visa can purchase a single entry visa on arrival at Vilanculos Airport.

THE BEACHES ARE OPEN

The beaches in front of the Villa are surrounded by the Bazaruto Archipelago island. The coastal waters are shallow and clear for a few hundred meters and low tides are normally showcased by meters of beautiful sand patterns as the water draws back into the deeper ocean.

Our guests have the opportunity to experience everything Santorini has to offer; all leisure activities including swimming, walking, beach picnics, kayaks, stand-up paddleboarding and beach sporting activities.

Mosey down to the beach where we have 6 large cabanas to provide plenty of shade, along with shower and toilet facilities. The beach is set up daily with beach chairs, towels and comfy bean bags for use.

Santorini proudly supports the Vilanculos Beach Clean-up Team.If you’d like to get involved and help us save our marine life, grab a basket from the tree at the beach when taking a walk and pick up any beach debris. 

WELCOME TREATMENTS

Let your body and mind ease into a dreamy state at our heavenly Spa Na Colina at Santorini Mozambique. A place where the rest of the world seems far away and one can become completely immersed in thought and relaxation – your own space to be rejuvenated and pampered by our talented wellness therapists. Inspired by Africa, the ocean and our commitment to nature, the products we use have been created from a passion of the marine world and its invaluable riches. 

Each guest is treated to an extra special welcome on arrival at Santorini with a 15 Minute foot or hand ritual treatment at Spa na Colina There is no better way to start your holiday off than on the right foot.

FLY FISHING THE BAZARUTO ARCHIPELAGO 

The Bazaruto Archipelago is a fisherman’s paradise, offering year-round opportunities to land a memorable catch. Large contour shifts have created thriving, unspoilt coral reefs and drop offs at varying depths within the Bazaruto Archipelago. With the abundance of bait fish from the bay areas, these such regions host and attract a great deal of gamefish which make it the ideal fly fishing destination. We now offer a full day flyfishing activity that can be booked year round.

WE ARE VACCINATED

At Santorini, we are more than just a team. We are a family of talented, diverse individuals. We believe that every part of our team is as important as the next. Each person with their own history, their own unique qualities and their dreams.

We cherish our staff members health and wellbeing and are happy to advise that our team has been fully vaccinated.

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Mozambique: Anvil Bay Camp Ponta Chemucane | Анвил Бэй Кемп Мапуто Мозамбик

ANVIL BAY CAMP PONTA CHEMUCANE MAPUTO MOZAMBIQUE | АНВИЛ БЭЙ КЕМП ПОНТА ЧЕМУКАНЕ МАПУТО МОЗАМБИК
Mozambique: http://www.namibweb.com/mozaccsummary.htm Anvil Bay is a private and exclusive barefoot beach camp on a rare untouched stretch of coastal wilderness in Mozambique’s most southern national park. Created with the smallest possible footprint to preserve the wilderness and special sense of place the camp is set up on the beach under canvas and thatch. Just 10 Casinhas are nestled in the dune forest on stilted wooden decks each with its own stretch of beachfront.

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