Delve into Makango in Zambia
Makango in the region of Northern is located in Zambia - some 380 mi or ( 612 km ) North-East of Lusaka , the country's capital .
Local time in Makango is now 01:44 PM (Sunday) . The local timezone is named " Africa/Lusaka " with a UTC offset of 2 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Iringa, Songea, Takombo, Shiwa Ngandu, and Ndola. While being here, you might want to check out Iringa . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Makango ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Shiwa Ngandu
Shiwa Ngandu (also spelled Shiwa Ng'andu) is a grand English-style country house and estate in the Northern Province of Zambia, about 12 km west of the Tanzam highway and half-way between Mpika and Chinsali. Its name is based on a small lake nearby, Lake Ishiba Ng'andu which in the Bemba language means 'lake of the royal crocodile'. The house itself is also known as "Shiwa House".
Located at -11.20 31.73 (Lat./Long.); Less than 16 km away
Lake Ishiba Ng'andu
Lake Ishiba Ng'andu is a picturesque lake very close to the watershed between the Luangwa and Chambeshi River basins in the Northern Province of Zambia, and just on the Chambeshi side. Its name in the Bemba language means 'lake of the royal crocodile'. Though small by central African standards, being about 5 km long and up to 1.5 km wide, it is widely known locally and, more recently, internationally.
Located at -11.23 31.73 (Lat./Long.); Less than 17 km away
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