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There are many popular Tourist Attractions in Maputo that are worth exploring. Whenever you come to the city for leisure or business purpose, sightseeing is one activity that you must not miss enjoying. Here are some of the suggested Tourist Attractions in Maputo that you must include in your itinerary to make the most out of your trip.

Cathedral of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao

This is the Maputo’s most famous cathedral and was built in the year 1944. The cathedral is dedicated ‘Our Lady of Conception’ and is situated in Independence Square at the top of Av Samora Machel. It was built to keep an eye out for the strong Portuguese Catholic influence in the awe-inspiring stained-glass windows and elaborate interior.

Train Station on Praca Trabalhadores

This particular train station is definitely worth a visit and is considered one of the tourist attractions in the city. The magnificently domed station was built in the year 1910 by Gustav Eiffel and is considered to be one of the most beautiful train stations in the world. This train station was built to keep an eye at the entrance to the station.

Casa de Ferro

This building is among the most worth exploring places to see in the city.

Jardim Tunduru

Behind the Casa de Ferro, is situated the Jardim Tunduru or the botanical gardens. The garden is at times a little overgrown. These beautiful gardens, which were designed in the year 1885 by the English gardener Thomas Honney, endow with a welcome shade on a hot steamy afternoon. At the entrance to the gardens there is a statue of Mozambique’s first president — Samora Machel.

Museum of the Revolution

This museum was situated on Av 24 Julho and it recounts the violent struggle against Portuguese colonialism in Mozambique. The history of the museum is fascinating.

The National Museum of Art

This museum is situated at 1233 Av Ho Chi Minh and houses an extensive display at the museum includes works by Chissano, Malangatana, and Naguib, along with a variety of temporary exhibitions.

The Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum is a beautifully restored colonial building which is situated near the Hotel Cardosa. While the building is definitely worth going to see, the museum main attractions are a large shark collection and a collection of elephant foetuses.

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Tourist Attractions in Maputo
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Maputo Elephant Reserve, Maputo	Praca de Independencia, Maputo
The Museum of Natural History, Maputo	The Museum of Revolution, Maputo
Tunduro Gardens, Maputo