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Harare, Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe's capital was originally laid out as a colonial garden city, and its wide, tree-lined avenues and abundant parks remain some of the most pleasant walking environments in southern Africa. The National Gallery of Zimbabwe houses an exceptional collection of Shona stone sculpture, one of Africa's most distinctive art forms. The Mbare Market is the city's beating heart, a vast, vibrant marketplace where you can buy everything from fresh produce to traditional fabrics. The Harare Gardens and Botanical Garden provide green retreats, while the suburb of Sam Levy's Village in Borrowdale offers upmarket shopping and dining. The city's jazz and mbira music scenes add cultural richness.
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The city center is laid out on a grid and easy to navigate; walk during daylight hours and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
April through September is the dry season with mild, sunny days; the jacaranda bloom in October is spectacular.