Botswana
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Overview
Botswana (official name: the Republic of Botswana) is a landlocked country of in Southern Africa. The country derives its name from the Tswana, the largest ethnic group. Once a part of the British Empire until it gained its independence in September 1966, it was then known as the British protectorate of Bechuanaland. Countries bordering Botswana are South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe. to the northeast. Botswana has an area of 581,730 km² and its population is 1,765,000. Its economy is closely tied with the economy of South Africa, and main economic activities are mining, especially mining of diamonds, rearing of cattle, and tourism.
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Hotels and lodging
Attractions
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Shopping
Maps and transportation
Getting to Botswana
Exploring Botswana
Practical information and resources
- Currency: Pula (BWP)
- Time zone: CAT (UTC+2)
- Official language(s): English & Tswana
Restaurants
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Nightlife
Photo gallery
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External resources
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