Lubango

Perched at an elevation of 1760 metres, the city of Lubango rests on the Huíla Plateau of southern Angola. Created in the late 19th century for colonists from the Madeira Islands, this former settlement is characterised by Portuguese architecture surrounded by a stunning natural landscape of verdant savannah and lush forest. The area boasts abundant historical attractions that include the government palace, the cathedral, the museum, and the iconic Christ the King statue overlooking Lubango. Awash with spellbinding natural beauty, the city features the Gap of Tundavala, an astonishing gorge that slices through the Serra da Leba mountain at a depth of 1000 metres. Drive along the winding road of the spectacularly scenic Serra da Leba mountain pass and head to the nearby coastal city of Namibe.