Why visit
Luanda is the capital of Angola. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Angola at a glance
Country center
-12.5°, 18.5°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
1,246,700 km²
481,353 mi²
Country population
37.2 million
30/km²
Subregion
Middle Africa
Currency
Angolan kwanza (Kz)
AOA
Dial
+244
Language
Portuguese
Demonym
Angolan
Internet
.ao
UN
Member state
ISO code
AO / AGO
Where in the world
-12.5° · 18.5°
Angola
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Did you know
- Angola's capital Luanda was consistently ranked the world's most expensive city for expats during the oil boom years.
- Angola has some of the largest diamond deposits in the world and the second-largest Portuguese-speaking population after Brazil.
- Portuguese is the official language but Angolan Portuguese is distinct: with heavy Bantu linguistic influence.
Bordering Angola
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 Luanda
What currency is used in Luanda?
Luanda uses the Angolan kwanza (Kz), ISO code AOA.
What languages are spoken in Angola?
The primary language is Portuguese.
What is the international calling code for Angola?
The calling code is +244.
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