Overview
Angola is a country in Africa, with its capital at Luanda.
Key facts
| Country | Angola |
|---|---|
| Currency | AOA |
About the country
Angola is a country in Africa.
The capital city is Luanda.
Practical information
The currency is the AOA (Kwanza).
The main language spoken is Portuguese.
Traffic drives on the right.
Getting there
Most international visitors arrive in Angola by air; use the Find flights link to search live fares to its main gateways.
Cities in Angola
Among the places worth a look in Angola are Cabinda, Sumbe, Dundo, Mbanza Kongo, Ondjiva, Benguela, Saurimo, Cuíto, Luanda and Mulenvos — each has its own guide and sits on the globe for trip-planning.
Exploring the country
A trip to Angola usually combines a gateway city with a run into the surrounding region; start on the globe to see how the pieces link up by air, road, rail or sea.
Regions & places
Journeys through here
Where to stay in Angola
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Getting around Angola
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On the map
Sources & method
- GeoNames country — currency, languages, capital · retrieved 2026-08-12T15:10:01+00:00
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.