Tourist Guide Maputo
Maputo, the capital and largest city of Mozambique, is located in the extreme
southern part of the country on the Indian Ocean.
Founded in the late 18th century, the city was named Lourenço Marques
for the Portuguese trader who first explored the area in 1544.
In 1907, it became the official capital of Mozambique.
After independence, most of the city's large Portuguese population left and
its name was changed to Maputo.
Maputo was once described on a par with Cape Town, but 20 years of war led to
the city's deterioration, with many of the beautiful old buildings spoiled.
However, the city is slowly regaining it's charm and maintains a very busy atmosphere.
The capital’s economy is dominated by the modern port, on Maputo Bay:
coal, cotton, sugar, chrome, ore, sisal, copra, and hardwood are the biggest
exports.
Max: 84° F
Min: 73° F
