Lusaka
Lusaka, the capital of Zambia, has little to offer the international tourist. Sights include the Luburma Market, and Chief Mungule’s Village. Wood carvings made by local crafts¬men can be seen at Kabwata Cultural Center.
There is a duty-free shop in town that only takes foreign currency; this shop has liquor and other items you may be unable to find in other stores, since shopping is limited. The airport is 16 miles (26 km) from the city.
ACCOMMODATION - DELUXE: * Pamodzi Hotel is a 480-bed, air-conditioned hotel with facilities ensuite, swimming pool and casino. * Lusaka Inter-Continental Hotel is an air-condi¬tioned hotel with 402 rooms with facilities ensuite, 24-hour room service, three restaurants, casino and swimming pool.
FIRST CLASS: * Ridgeway Hotel is an air-conditioned, 215-bed hotel with facilities ensuite, casino and swimming pool.
TOURIST CLASS: * Andrews Motel is a 250-bed, air-condi¬tioned motel with swimming pool.
ACCOMMODATION NEAR LUSAKA - CLASS A/B: * Lilayi Lodge is a guest ranch located about 30 minutes drive from the airport, with six chalets with ensuite facilities. Vehicle game drives, walks and visits to a nearby tribal area are available.
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