Capital City Guide
Windhoek, capital of Namibia
Windhoek Travel Wiki
Travel to Windhoek
With a visit to Windhoek, you will find the beauty of Namibia unfolding before your eyes. This hilltop city offers colonial influences, notable landmarks, and access to the intense vistas that Africa so readily offers.
One of your first stops in...
Maseru, capital of Lesotho
Maseru Travel Wiki
Travel to Maseru
In Sesotho, Maseru means “red sandstones.” Serving as the capital of Lesotho, this city was originally founded as a British police camp in 1869. It is situated near the Mohokare River, which also serves as the country’s border with South...
Gaborone, capital of Botswana
Gaborone Travel Wiki
Travel to Gaborone
Situated between the Oodi and Kgale Hills, Gaborone serves as the capital and largest city of Botswana. Named after the Tlokwa Chief that once controlled the lands in the region, it is a city where art and culture dominate.
The National...
El Aaiun, capital of Western Sahara
El Aaiun Travel Wiki
Travel to El Aaiun
El Aaiun, or Laayoune if one prefers, is literally called “The Springs.” It is the largest community in Western Sahara and was founded around 1938. In the old quarters of the lower town, there is a cathedral which...
Tunis, capital of Tunisia
Tunis Travel Wiki
Travel to Tunis
Tunis has the perfect location, situated along a deep gulf right on the Mediterranean Sea. Many people are automatically attracted to the medina of Tunis, which can be found at the very center of the city. It’s filled with intense...
Khartoum, capital of Sudan
Khartoum Travel Wiki
Travel to Khartoum
Founded officially in 1821, the city of Khartoum has seen settlers at the confluence of rivers for nearly 1,000 years. It is a city that has certain challenges for visitors, but this metropolis offers many rewards as well.
Many make their...
Rabat, capital of Morocco
Rabat Travel Wiki
Travel to Rabat
Literally named the “Fortified Palace,” Rabat is a city that offers visitors a glimpse of a traditional Morocco while providing modern amenities and experiences as well. It’s located on the Atlantic Ocean, which means you’ve got shoreline to enjoy, and...
Tripoli, capital of Libya
Tripoli Travel Wiki
Travel to Tripoli
The capital of Libya was founded as early as the 7th century BC because of its natural harbor and defensive position. The Romans took over about 5 centuries later, who were eventually replaced by Egyptian dynasties. It was also part...
Cairo, capital of Egypt
Cairo Travel Wiki
Travel to Cairo
The capital of Egypt may not be the oldest city in the nation, but Cairo does have antiquity within its foundations. The modern city was founded in the 10th century, but it was built on the grounds of the ancient...
Algiers, capital of Algeria
Algiers Travel Wiki
Travel to Algiers
As the capital of Algeria, Algiers has numerous landmarks, beaches, and cultural sites that will fill up any visit to this city. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or you’ve got a prolonged trip in mind, this city offers an...