Why visit
Harare is the capital of Zimbabwe. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Zimbabwe at a glance
Country center
-20.0°, 30.0°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
390,757 km²
150,872 mi²
Country population
16.3 million
42/km²
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Currency
Botswana pula (P)
BWP
Dial
+263
Languages
Chibarwe, English, Kalanga
Demonym
Zimbabwean
Internet
.zw
UN
Member state
ISO code
ZW / ZWE
Where in the world
-20.0° · 30.0°
Zimbabwe
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Did you know
- Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls is nearly twice the height and more than double the width of Niagara Falls.
- Great Zimbabwe, the medieval city that gave the country its name, was the largest pre-colonial African city south of the Sahara.
- Zimbabwe had the world's most infamous hyperinflation in 2008: a 100 trillion dollar banknote was issued.
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Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Harare
What currency is used in Harare?
Harare uses the Botswana pula (P), ISO code BWP.
What languages are spoken in Zimbabwe?
The primary languages are Chibarwe, English and Kalanga.
What is the international calling code for Zimbabwe?
The calling code is +263.
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