Chipata Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Chipata
FormerlyFort Jameson, Chipata was the capital of North-Eastern Rhodesia until 1911, when Northern Rhodesia—later to become Zambia—was created. Now it's the capital of Zambia's Eastern Province and a fairly busy town with about 320,000 residents and more coming in daily. The main axis is theGreat East RoadtoLusaka, which runs through town to the town's solitary traffic lights, after which it turns into theUmodzi Highwayto the Malawian border. Along the western boundary of the city, there is another road, heading north toMfuweandLundazi, and eventually toChama. It's known, appropriately, asLundazi Road.
Top Attractions in Chipata
Explore the best things to see and do in Chipata:
- ★Chipata Juma Mosque
Where to Eat in Chipata
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Al Jameel Enterprise
Where to Stay in Chipata
- 🏨Chipata Motel
- 🏨Deans Hill View Lodge
- 🏨Faigib Guest House
- 🏨Pine View Guest House
Chipata Travel Guide Sections
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