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Kariba Dam
A 128 m concrete arch dam closing the Zambezi gorge in 1960, holding back the largest artificial lake on earth by volume. An observation point on the Zimbabwean side looks down the full curve of the wall.
55 km · about 65 min drive
Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe · Africa
Chirundu sits on the route: 1 hours from Kariba, 55km from Kariba Dam.
Chirundu is a town located in Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe. With a population of 1,911, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Chirundu sits in Zimbabwe. It's in the Africa/Harare time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Chirundu to your route.
Chirundu is a village and border post in Zimbabwe on the border with Zambia, in Mashonaland West province. The name Chirundu means "Big Hill". The village is located on the banks of the Zambezi river, and as a result it lies in the hot Zambezi Valley. It is the site of the Chirundu Bridges, two road bridges across theRead more
Zambezi river.
On the Zambian side of the river is a slightly larger town also called Chirundu. The bridge is the principal border crossing for traffic travelling from Harare in Zimbabwe, to Lusaka in Zambia. Chirundu is surrounded by wildlife/safari areas, elephants frequently wander around the village. It is also a popular destination for fishing.
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Chirundu is located in Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe, Africa. The coordinates are -16.0333 latitude, 28.8500 longitude.
Chirundu has a population of approximately 1,911 people, making it a town in Zimbabwe.
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A 128 m concrete arch dam closing the Zambezi gorge in 1960, holding back the largest artificial lake on earth by volume. An observation point on the Zimbabwean side looks down the full curve of the wall.
55 km · about 65 min drive
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