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In the midst of all the downsides,treacherous stories of slavery,poverty and bad governance foreshadowing the image of the Great African continent, still within its boundaries there lie locations we dream of, places we long to see before we kiss this world goodbye.

Africa is a fruitful land, flourishing with natural greenery, elegant waterfalls,secured from great natural disasters and also the continent with the most convenient weather in the world.

Listed below are the top ten spots in this beauteous continent of pride one should consider when touring the planet;

10. The Victoria Falls, Zambia/Zimbabwe.
This beautiful waterfall,named by the Scottish explorer ,Dr. David Livingstone after the reigning British Queen at that time, is labeled as a Wonder of the World and also statistically the largest waterfall in the world. It is located along the borders of Zambia and Zimbabwe. The falls are also in proximity with the Bostwana border to the South.
This amazing water body offers breath-taking views and wonderful attractions which includes The Boiling Pot and The Devil’s Pool which are unique sites along the Zambian side of the fall.

9. Zanzibar, Tanzania
This wonderful archipelago is warm all year round with amazing endangered animal species which include the Zanzibar Leopard and the Zanzibar Red Columbus Monkey.
Zanzibar boasts of relaxing white beaches, stunning tourist resorts, luxury hotels, a thrilling jungle safari and best of all, highclass hospitality from its indigenous people.
Life in Zanzibar is analogous to “Living the Dream on the Coast” and also “The Hawaii of Africa”.

8. The Lekki Peninsular, Lagos
Lekki is a vibrant luxury location located on the Lagos Lagoon peninsular on the shores of Nigeria. It is well-known for its excellently cheap life for luxurious living,mostly benefitted by tourists. If you are looking for a Las Vegas in Africa, Lekki is checkspot for your desire.
Lekki boast of its luxury hotels, clubs, relaxation spots, commercial centers and mini-luxury cities like The Eko Atlantic City, Victoria Island and the Victoria Garden City on thesame Pennisula.

7. The Safaris of Africa
Over the continent are beautiful and breath-taking safaris. The Safari is the major tour pride of Africa and also blessed with unique creatures you don’t see everyday on T.V. The continent has a long list of unique creatures and not only does it have safe safaris but exquisite tourist centers and resorts. The best of these amazing safaris include The Zambezi Valley - Zambia, Gorrillas - Rwanda, Kruger - South Africa and Maasai Mara - Kenya.

6. Oran, Algeria
The city is usually known as the pride of Northern Africa,excellently beautiful and astonishing with a French-feel. It boasts of its coast views, commercial centers, magnificent cliffs, attractive religious centers and intriguing history.
Touring the coastal city is like checking out the beautiful country of France in 1940, historically-mystifying!

5. Giza, Egypt
The biggest history landmark of Africa, Giza being the 3rd largest city in Egypt is home to the famous Egyptian Pyramids and the Great Sphinx, both with thrilling histories and popularly known for being among the Wonders of the planet. The pyramid remained the tallest man-made structure for over 3,800 years until the spire of Lincoln Cathedral was built.
The sight of these monumental structures are mind-blowing and definitely not a trip you would hope to miss when visiting The Motherland Continent.

4. Cape Town, South Africa
The capital city of South Africa boast of its astonishing beauty, commercial centers, good weather and multicultural society.
The location also boasts proudly of its mixture of both the black and white race so racism is far on the low side so tourists can blend in perfectly into the marvelous city.
So if you’re looking for a mini-Miami in Africa, I suggest you look no further ‘cause Cape Town is the place for you.

3. Mauritius
The best time to pay a visit to this wonderful island country is within its Summer months of May to December when the weather is cool and sunny. The excellent and stable island boasts of its numerous beaches (Africa’s very best) and mouthwatering delicacies of seafood.

2. Seychelles
If you’re planning a perfect paradise island holiday, the beautiful Seychelles archipelago is the place for you. One of the richest countries on the planet and also the most developed, it has a very hospitable homeland and boast of its powdery beaches adding to the glory of its beach-experience perfection.
So as mentioned earlier, Cape Town being the “mini-Miami” of Africa, you can comfortably tag Seychelles the “Miami” of the continent without haters having a reason to debate.

1. Johannesburg, South Africa
This beautiful city boasts of its commercial centers, astonishing landmarks, parks, multi culture, high-development, fascinating history, white and black race-blend and recorded as the most visited place in Africa.
So why wouldn’t it be called the “The Land of Gold” as it’s previous name interpreted from “Egoli”. The city hands-down deserves the number one spot on this list and one could also comfortably tag the location to be “the New York of Africa”.

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