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Early morning beach scene  
   

Early morning beach scene

Ilha de Mozambique

August 25th 2005
We felt so lucky to roam the streets of this ancient stone island at this moment in history. This 1-by-3 kilometer sliver, once the capital of Mozambique, has the perfect balance of decaying buildings, a few restored gems, and a vibrant local fishing community using this stunning 400-year-old colonial streetscape for their everyday lives. We wandered for days, listening to the songs emanating fro ... read more
Africa » Mozambique

Mozambican Flag Almost five centuries as a Portuguese colony came to a close with independence in 1975. Large-scale emigration by whites, economic dependence on South Africa, a severe drought, and a prolonged civil war hindered the country's development. The ruling ... ... read more
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